General Info
This variety of Olive is native to the Mediterranean, where they are grown and cultivated for their olives and olive oil
The foliage is narrow, with a deep silvery-grey colour
Their flowers are a yellowish white, which are followed by the fruit which begins green and turns black when ripe
Their small foliage, and the development of rough bark as they mature give them excellent features for bonsai
Watering
Your Olive will want to be watered before fully drying out, but avoid too much water sitting in the soil
The best way to do so is planting in a high draining soil, which will retain moisture without leaving excess water
Providing supplementary humidity, especially during the winter, will be beneficial - a humidity tray is a great option
Light Requirements
Olive trees will want to be placed somewhere that they can be exposed to full sun
A South or East facing window is the best option, as you will have the lowest risk of exposure to intense afternoon light
The ideal range of sun you want to expose your Olive to is 4 - 6 hours daily. Supplementary lighting can be beneficial
