PLANT CARE ( Olive Plant )

	Olive trees require temperatures above freezing but can tolerate some cold. They prefer warm, dry climates with temperatures between 60 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit (15 and 27 degrees Celsius).
	Olive trees require full sun to thrive. They need at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight per day to produce healthy growth and fruit.
	Olive trees are tolerant of a wide range of humidity levels but prefer relatively low humidity.
	Olive trees are drought-tolerant and can survive long periods without water, but they do require consistent moisture during the fruit-setting and ripening periods.

HOW TO GROW OLIVE PLANT

Olive trees are hardy and easy to grow. They prefer well-drained soil and full sun. They can tolerate drought conditions and grow in poor soil. To plant an olive tree, dig a hole twice as wide and as deep as the root ball. Remove the tree from its container and loosen any tangled roots. Place the tree in the hole, making sure that the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface. Fill the hole with soil and water. Olive trees should be watered deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between ~waterings~. Trees should be fertilized with a slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Prune trees in late winter to shape them and remove any dead or diseased wood. With proper care, olive trees can live and produce olives for centuries.

ADDITIONAL CARE

Additional care for an olive plant may include the following:

• Watering: Olive trees are drought-tolerant, but they still need regular watering, especially during the hot summer months. Water the tree deeply and infrequently, rather than shallowly and frequently.
• Pruning: Prune olive trees regularly to maintain their shape and encourage fruiting. Prune in late winter or early spring when the tree is dormant.
• Fertilizing: Olive trees benefit from a balanced fertilizer applied in the spring and again in the summer.
• Pest and Disease Control: Olive trees can be susceptible to pests and diseases such as olive flies, scale insects, and olive knots. Regularly inspecting the tree and treating any issues promptly can help prevent these problems.
• Protection from Cold: Olive trees can be sensitive to cold temperatures. If you live in an area with cold winters, it may be necessary to protect the tree with a burlap wrap or other protective measures.
• Training: Train the tree to a single trunk to improve stability and fruit production.
• Pollination: Olive trees require cross-pollination, so if you want to grow more than one tree, make sure to plant them close together or in different varieties.

NOTE

An example picture gives a trustworthy image of the plant with good care. The plant in the example picture is not the plant that will be delivered. This is an example, so variations are possible. Eventually, the delivered plant may differ in, for example, size, number of flowers, and number of branches. The plant will be in a plastic pot, not the one shown in the picture.