These smaller sized trees still produce olives and beautiful foliage but are more easily manageable, and can be grown in pots on balconies, in patio gardens and make a fantastic entrance pairing.
They also make the perfect gift when coupled with a nice terracotta or fiberclay pot as pictured.
Best space & place
Olives are very easy-going, they need a good sunny spot, and not too much water. They are hardy in most parts of the UK.
When to water & feed
Overwatering is the most likely cause of olive tree problems. They need good draining compost and watering around once a week in summer, less frequently in winter.
Need to know
We do not recommend keeping olive trees indoors as they require direct light and good airflow.
Decorative pot not included, available to buy here. The plant will be delivered in a plastic nursery pot.
For no fuss or mess you can put the plant in the growing pot it arrives in straight inside a decorative one. This also allows allows excess water to be drained after watering.
For a good fit the opening (not diameter) and height of the new decorative pot need to be several centimetres greater than the current growing pot.
Remember to take into account tapering, as the internal height of a pot will be measured from the centre to the top but the sides will taper in on a rounded pot.
| Nursery Pot Diameter | Minimum Decorative Pot Opening Required |
|
⌀17cm |
18-19cm |
|
⌀20cm |
21-22cm |
|
⌀25cm |
25-26cm |
| ⌀28cm |
29-30cm |
|
⌀33cm |
34-35cm |
|
⌀35cm |
37-39cm |
| ⌀40cm | 41-42cm |
| ⌀45cm | 46-47cm |
| ⌀50cm | 51-52cm |
| ⌀55cm | 56-57cm |
| ⌀60cm | 61-62cm |
For a seamless finish where the plant is potted into the decorative pot, liners are available to prevent water leaking and the pot from damage.
We also offer a potting service.
