Olea Europa – Classic Mediterranean Olive Tree for Gardens

🌿 Why Olive Trees Thrive in UAE Gardens

✔ PROVEN DROUGHT RESISTANCE – Survives on minimal water once established
✔ YEAR-ROUND SILVERY ELEGANCE – Evergreen foliage with stunning texture
✔ HISTORIC CHARM – Living sculpture with 500+ year lifespan
✔ FRUITING POTENTIAL – Some varieties produce olives in UAE conditions

MATURE SIZE (Container):

• Height: 2-4m (easily maintained)
• Spread: 1.5-3m

MATURE SIZE (Ground):

• Height: 4-8m
• Spread: 3-6m

FOLIAGE:

• Narrow, silvery-green leaves
• Beautiful shimmer in sunlight

SPECIAL FEATURES:

• Gnarled trunk develops character with age
• Small white flowers in spring (may develop olives)

SUN EXPOSURE:

• Full sun (6+ hours daily) – Loves desert heat

WATERING:

• Establishment: 2-3x/week for first 6 months
• Mature trees: Deep water every 10-14 days

SOIL REQUIREMENTS:

• Extremely well-draining soil essential
• Mix in 30% sand/pumice for heavy soils

MAINTENANCE:

• Prune in late winter to shape
• Olive trees prefer neglect over pampering

🏆 UAE Adaptation Strengths

✓ Handles temperatures from -5°C to 48°C
✓ Tolerates coastal salinity
✓ Resistant to most pests

🍈 Fruiting Notes

• Most varieties need cross-pollination for fruit
• 'Arbequina' is best for UAE fruit production
• Olives require curing before eating