8 Inch Live Plant Olive Tree Mission Olea Europaea
The Mission Olive is a classic Mediterranean olive variety prized for its vigorous growth and attractive silvery-green foliage. As a young starter plant, it offers the joy of growing your own olive tree, whether for ornamental beauty or future fruit production. Its elegant, slender leaves and upright habit make it a stunning addition to patios, sunrooms, or warm garden spots.
This live olive tree is ideal for container growing, where it can be moved indoors during colder months in cooler climates. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, and with patience and proper care, it can develop into a productive tree. The Mission variety is known for its versatile fruit, suitable for both oil and table use. Enjoy the timeless appeal of an olive tree as a focal point or as part of a Mediterranean-themed garden.
Species: Olea europaea
Variety: Mission
Type: Live Plant
Plant_Habit: Upright, tree
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, sandy loam
Days_to_Harvest: 3-5 years
Zones: 8-11
Germination: Not applicable
Sowing: Not applicable
Spacing: 15-20 feet
Notes: Suitable for container growing; protect from frost.