Olive (Olea Europaea) is a perennial tree in the Oleaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Olea europaea, commonly known as the olive tree, is an evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean Basin, widely cultivated for its edible fruit and oil.

Olive

Olive

Olea Europaea

Olea europaea, commonly known as the olive tree, is an evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean Basin, widely cultivated for its edible fruit and oil.

Quick Facts

Type
tree
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly, rocky
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, hedge, screen, container plant, edible landscape

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Olive

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Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Oleaceae
Genus:Olea