Olive tree (Olea Europaea)
The olive tree, also considered the "eternal tree", is a shrub of Mediterranean origin with extraordinary power of regeneration and adaptation.
The olive adapts very well both indoors, in large spaces, and on terraces, closed balconies or gardens (well protected in winter). Its fruits are highly prized, being called in mythology the "medicine of the gods".
The olive prefers the Mediterranean climate, characterized by hot and dry summers and mild winters. However, it is a fairly resistant plant to less favorable conditions, being able to tolerate both drought and low temperatures for short periods of time.
Olive tree care includes the following aspects:
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Planting: The olive must be planted in a sunny place to develop well. The soil must be well drained to avoid water stagnation.
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Watering: During periods of active growth, olive trees must be watered regularly, but not excessively. During the summer and in very hot areas, watering should be more frequent.
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Fertilization: The olive tree benefits from the application of a fertilizer rich in nitrogen at the beginning of the growing season and one rich in potassium before the fruits ripen, to support their development.
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Winter adaptation: In regions with colder winters, young olive trees may require frost protection, such as covering with fabric or moving pots indoors.
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Protection against diseases and pests: Olive trees can be affected by various fungal diseases and pests, such as the olive fly. It is important to periodically monitor the tree and apply phytosanitary treatments when needed.
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Temperature : Usually, olive trees can withstand low temperatures down to about -10 degrees Celsius for short periods of time. However, temperatures below -4 degrees Celsius can cause damage, especially to young specimens or to those varieties less resistant to cold.
Height with pots included approx. 30 cm