Arbequina Fruiting Olive
Olea europaea 'Arbequina'
Full sun
Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers.
THIS PLANT MAY BE AVAILABLE IN THESE STORES:
Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.
- Lowe's
1659 W Foot Hill Boulevard Upland CA 91786
- Armstrong
735 E. Foothill Blvd. Claremont CA 91711
- Lowe's
13251 Peyton Drive Chino Hills CA 91709
- Lowe's
11399 Foothill Boulevard Rancho Cucamonga CA 91730
| Botanical Pronunciation | OH-lee-a yoo-ROH-pee-ah |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Slowly reaches 35 to 40 ft. tall, 25 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous spring flowers; prized for evergreen foliage and fall fruit. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Garden Style | Mediterranean, Rustic |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Container, Mass Planting, Specimen, Topiary, Coastal Exposure, Kitchen Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Special Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Edible, Tolerates Alkaline Soil, Tolerates Poor Soils, Waterwise, Year-round Interest |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers. |
| Companion Plants | Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Bay Laurel (Laurus); Pomegranate (Punica); Lavender (Lavandula); Meyer Lemon (Citrus) |
Thrives in most average, slightly alkaline, well-drained soils, but highly adaptable. More productive when planted near another olive variety. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates drought. Shelter young plants from winter extremes.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 8-11
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 10
Good to grow!