Olive tree - Olea europaea

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