15 Seeds Common Olive Tree Olea Europaea Hardy Evergreen Fruit Tree

The Common Olive Tree, Olea europaea, is a long-lived evergreen known for its silvery-green foliage and gnarled, sculptural trunks that develop character over many years. Grown both as an ornamental specimen and for its traditional fruit production, it brings a timeless Mediterranean feel to gardens, patios, and containers. Its adaptable nature and graceful form make it a rewarding choice for growers of all experience levels.

Olives are versatile in the landscape and kitchen: the foliage provides elegant contrast in mixed borders, while mature trees can yield fruit for curing and pressing. Plants grow steadily and can be kept in pots for years, making them suitable for smaller spaces. They perform best in full sun with well-drained soil and benefit from protection from prolonged hard frost in cooler regions.
Species: Olea europaea
Type: Evergreen fruit and ornamental tree
Plant_Habit: Upright rounded canopy with silvery-green leaves
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, sandy to loamy
Zones: 8 to 11
Germination: Sow in warm, well-drained medium; germination is often slow and uneven
Sowing: Surface sow and lightly cover, keep consistently moist
Spacing: 15 to 20 feet for trees, closer in containers
Notes: Long-lived and drought tolerant once established