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Olive Tree (Olea europaea) Bush form - 50/70cm 3L Pot Olea europaea
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Key Features
EVERGREEN
SLOW GROWING
HAS BERRIES
HAS FLOWERS (White)
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Description
The Olive (Olea europaea) Bush – 50/70cm, 3L Pot is a compact, multi-stemmed evergreen shrub that brings instant Mediterranean charm to gardens, patios, balconies, and courtyards. With its attractive silvery-green leaves and naturally bushy shape, this olive plant offers year-round structure and works beautifully in pots or planted directly into the garden.
Bush-form olives are perfect for creating a softer, fuller look than standard or lollipop styles, making them ideal for informal planting, patio styling, screening, or creating a pair at an entrance. Hardy, drought-tolerant, and extremely low-maintenance, olives thrive in sunny, sheltered spots with well-drained soil.
Although fruiting is modest in the UK, warm summers may still produce small olives, especially when grown in a bright, protected position.
Supplied in a 3-litre pot, this young bush-form olive is well-established and quick to grow on.
- 50/70cm bush-form olive in a 3L pot
- Multi-stemmed, naturally full and compact shape
- Silvery evergreen foliage for year-round interest
- Ideal for pots, patios, balconies, and Mediterranean-style gardens
- Drought-tolerant and low maintenance
- Hardy once established (protect in severe cold)
- May produce small olives in warm summers
- Excellent for modern, courtyard, and coastal gardens
Position: Plant in full sun in a warm, sheltered location. Prefers free-draining or gritty soil.
Planting: Use well-drained soil or a pot with added grit. Ensure drainage is excellent to prevent root rot.
Watering & Feeding: Water regularly while establishing. Once settled, water only during dry spells. Feed in spring with a Mediterranean or general-purpose fertiliser.
Pruning: Lightly trim in late spring or early summer to maintain shape. Remove damaged or crossing stems to keep the bush neat.
Winter Care: Hardy to around –5°C. Protect roots with mulch and move pots to shelter or wrap the plant during harsh frost.
Q: Is bush form different from mini standard?
Yes—bush form has multiple stems and a fuller, more natural shape.
Q: Will it grow well in pots?
Absolutely—this size and form are ideal for container growing.
Q: Does it stay evergreen?
Yes, olive trees keep their foliage all year.
Q: Can it produce olives in the UK?
Yes, small crops are possible during warm summers.
Q: How hardy is it?
Hardy in mild winters; protect during severe cold.
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Step 1
Root Grow & Fertiliser
Ensure you buy root grow and fertiliser with your plants at the time of purchase
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Step 2
Prepare Your Planting Area
Make sure your planting area is in good condition and suitable for planting
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Step 3
Plant & Feed
Plant with root grow & the second feed. Support plants if necessary. Water regularly