{"product_id":"common-olive-tree-olea-europaea","title":"Common Olive Tree (Olea europaea)","description":"\u003cp\u003eIntroduce the timeless elegance of the Common Olive Tree into your landscape and enjoy the dual benefits of its ornamental and edible qualities. The Olea europaea, commonly known as the Common Olive Tree, is renowned not just for its adaptability but also for its aesthetic and practical uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Olea europaea\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name(s):\u003c\/strong\u003e Common Olive Tree\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnique Features and Plant Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttractive Flowers and Fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Common Olive Tree is adorned with fragrant white flowers in late spring, followed by showy black olives in summer. While the olives are a delightful sight, they may require regular cleanup if they drop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen Foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boasting glossy, narrow leaves that transition from light green in spring to dark green in winter, this tree provides year-round visual interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative Bark:\u003c\/strong\u003e The smooth, gray bark of the olive tree adds a sophisticated texture to any garden setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimal Growing Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in full sun, ideal for it to flourish and produce fruit. \u003cstrong\u003eSoil and Watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers well-drained soil and moderate watering, with reduced watering in the winter months to mimic its native Mediterranean environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare and Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regular pruning is necessary to maintain its shape and promote healthy growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed with a balanced fertilizer in early spring to support flowering and fruiting phases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile and Functional:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrnamental and Edible:\u003c\/strong\u003e The olive tree is a fantastic choice for gardens where aesthetics and functionality are desired. Its olives can be harvested for culinary use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for adding structure and Mediterranean flair to garden designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmbrace the beauty and utility of the Common Olive Tree in your garden. Its resilience and charming characteristics make it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking both beauty and bounty from their plants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"House Plant Wholesale","offers":[{"title":"6\" Pot","offer_id":48967636582703,"sku":"6_ED_OLIVE_COMMON","price":54.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0866\/6687\/1087\/files\/IMG_1470_42c81730-1579-428c-b73d-8c2855dadd53.jpg?v=1710944146","url":"https:\/\/milliesplants.com\/products\/common-olive-tree-olea-europaea","provider":"Millie's Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}