Care Card

Olive tree - Olea europaea

Olea Europaea

Direct light Direct light

Prefers direct exposure to sunlight.

Moderate irrigation Moderate irrigation

Water once a week and fortnightly in cold weather allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Water more frequently in brighter light conditions.

Normal humidity Normal humidity

Any kind of humidity is fine, you can spray it every 2 weeks.

Suitable for pets Suitable for pets

This plant is safe for your pet, they can live together happily.

Olive tree
Olive tree

Advice

  • Too much water can destroy its leaves. Before watering, always remember to check the soil first.
  • No special care is needed. It adapts very well to any kind of space.
  • It is a good idea to transfer it to a slightly larger pot each spring as it grows to refresh the compost.
  • Feed from early spring to mid-August with liquid fertiliser
  • Extreme cold will be a problem, especially for younger trees. so consider bringing your plant indoors during extended cold snaps

Signs of weakness

  • Curled leaves - Insufficient watering
  • Yellow leaves - Underwatering or overwatering
  • Brown leaves - Insufficient watering or transplant shock
  • Spotted leaves or fruit - Pests or diseases
Olive tree
Olive tree
Olive tree
Olive tree