Black Olive Seeds - Heirloom Fruit Plant for Home Gardens

Black Olive Seeds produce Olea europaea, an evergreen tree known for its silvery-green foliage, gnarled branches, and oval fruits that mature from green to dark purple or black. Olive trees are commonly grown in home gardens, orchards, containers, and Mediterranean-style landscapes. They perform best in full sun, well-draining soil, warm conditions, and moderate watering.

Features

• Seeds for growing olive trees
• Produces silvery-green evergreen foliage
• Fruits mature from green to dark purple or black
• Suitable for home gardens and orchards
• Can be grown in suitable containers
• Performs well in sunny, warm conditions

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Olea europaea
• Common Name (US): Olive, Olive Tree, Black Olive
• Seed Type / Variety: Fruit Tree Seed
• Growth Habit: Evergreen fruit tree
• USDA Zones: 8–11
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring to Fall
• Sowing Season: Spring
• Sowing Season Months: March–May
• Germination: 1–3 months under suitable conditions
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-draining, moderately fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate watering; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings once established
• Mature Plant Size: 15–30 ft tall and wide, depending on growing conditions
• Plant Spacing: 15–25 ft apart