Plant Care – Olea europaea Olive Tree
Light: Place your Olea europaea Olive Tree outdoors where it can receive bright and full sun for at least 6 hours a day. It can tolerate shade; however, it is not ideal for proper growth and will not live long.
Water: Water your Olive Tree sparingly during its growing season, and be sure not to overwater them; they are relatively drought tolerant. The plant loves the dry air, and thus, misting will not be necessary.
Soil: The Olive Tree thrives in well-aerated soil that drains water quickly, similar to a cactus mix. A well-draining potting mix will prevent water from accumulating in the soil and prevent root problems, for instance, root rot.
Fertiliser: Fertilise with an organic, water-soluble fertiliser. Alternatively, you can use a slow-release fertiliser.
Humidity Requirement: Low
Fun Facts about the Olive Plant: The Olive Plant is a species of small tree from the Oleaceae family. It is commonly known for its botanical name, ‘Olea europaea’, which means European Olive. Coming from the Mediterranean climate, the Olive plant loves the dry air and does not require much humidity.
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