25 Seeds Olive Tree Olea europaea Hardy Evergreen Fruit Tree

The Olive Tree (Olea europaea) is a long-lived evergreen known for its silvery-green foliage and gnarled, sculptural trunk. Native to the Mediterranean region, it has been cultivated for centuries and is valued both for its fruit and its ornamental character. Its graceful form and dense canopy make it a striking addition to warm-climate gardens, patios, and container collections.

Olive trees are grown ornamentally in landscapes and containers, and their fruit is traditionally used for curing and pressing. Trees are slow-growing and can live for many years, developing a distinctive twisted trunk over time. They perform best in full sun and well-draining soil, and they respond well to regular pruning. In cooler climates they can be grown in pots and moved indoors during winter.
Species: Olea europaea
Type: Evergreen fruit tree
Plant_Habit: Upright, rounded canopy
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining, sandy to loamy
Zones: 8-11
Germination: 4-8 weeks with cold stratification
Sowing: Sow 1/4 inch deep
Spacing: 15-20 feet apart
Notes: Drought tolerant once established