Edibles
Olive Arbequina
Olea europaea 'Arbequina'
An attractive, hardy, evergreen olive with great ornamental as well as fruiting value. The leaves are narrow and silvery providing a nice color contrast in the landscape. It is prized for its dark brown fruit that is aromatic and has a high oil content. Withstands hot and dry conditions and has good cold tolerance. Rapid growing and thrives in alkaline soils. Definitely should be more utilized in landscapes.
Plant Details
| Exposure | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Height x Width | 10-12'H, 10-12'W |
| Water | Water regularly until established. |
| Zones | Zones 7-11 |
| Fertilization | Fertiilize in spring with a well balanced fertilizer. |
| Pruning | Prune as needed to maintain desired shape. Remove dead and damaged branches as necessary throughout the season. |
| Size | 5 gallon, 15 gallon |
