Olive tree is one of the most charming trees in the world. Know how to plant and care for your olive tree and it will grow healthy and harvest yearly.
The invasiveness of an olive tree root system largely depends on the size and variety of the tree. Large olive tree varieties can potentially have extensive root systems that could cause damage to foundations, paved surfaces, and fences if planted too close. Medium-sized olive tree varieties typically have less extensive root systems. Meanwhile, dwarf olive …
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When we think about the height of olive trees, it’s not a one-size-fits-all answer. There’re various olive trees, each with specific growth patterns and potential heights. Dwarf, semi-dwarf, standard or potted olive trees – they all have different stories to tell and heights to reach. Understanding how tall do olive trees grow and their growth …
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Olive trees have specific water requirements and the amount and timing of water application can significantly impact their growth and productivity. Without proper irrigation, olive trees may become stressed and produce lower yields, compromising the economic viability of the orchard. Additionally, in regions where water resources are limited, inefficient irrigation practices can have negative environmental …
When cultivating olive trees nutrition increases olive productivity and helps trees to thrive. Also, the olive tree is known as a hardy tree with low nutritional needs and the ability to survive even in an extreme environment with minimal care and maintenance. Even if there is no fertilization at all, olive trees could survive. Olive …
The purpose of olive trees’ soil management is to control weeds and grass surfaces, improve the well-being and biological properties of the soil, and increase the productivity and quality of the olive itself. For olive trees to thrive, their soil has to maintain two key functions: Habitability mainly depends on the physical and chemical characteristics of the soil. …
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The soil is an extremely complex, variable, and living medium, which is made from: organic matter, minerals, water, air, and living organisms. Olive trees soil performs many vital functions helping them to grow: If an olive tree grower maintains a good soil structure it has a positive effect on the tree’s root growth, water, and …
Olive tree leaves yellow with black spots because of a fungal disease called peacock spot or olive leaf spot (also others call it – bird’s eye spot or olive scab). This fungal disease is highly contagious and can seriously weaken the olive tree, with the best method being prevention. Olive tree pruning and sprays may …
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If your olive tree is leggy that looks like it’s all legs (stems and branches) with stretched-out, spindly growth, and sparse leaves, it’s necessary to act quickly. This can happen when a tree doesn’t get enough sunlight, is not pruned correctly, or is not getting the proper nutrients or water. While leggy growth may not …
Our Greek family cultivates Koroneiki olive trees for olive oil for generations. The main reason why we have chosen this variety is their production of the highest quality extra virgin olive oil compared to other Greek olive varieties for oil. As well, the Koroneiki olive tree is recognized as a premium olive variety, in other …
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Olive trees for landscaping are relatively low-maintenance and create accents to the Mediterranean-style landscape garden. They are extremely versatile and you can choose large, dwarf, single or multi-trunked olive trees to match your landscaping needs. Also, olives work well neighboring entryways, driveways, pathways, patios, and pools in landscape design. Moreover, olive trees offer delicious ripe …
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I get many questions from my Oliviada blog readers about what to do when olive trees not growing or producing new leaves. I understand it may be pretty worrying when you see your olive tree dropping leaves but don’t show any sign of them growing back. For this reason, here is what I learned from …
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Nowadays more and more people are growing olive trees in their backyards or in a living room because they’re evergreen and gorgeous, and the olive fruit they produce are not only fun to eat but deliver multiple health benefits. If you’re growing or are looking to get one, most probably you are interested in the …
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