Olea europaea 'Kalamata'
This tree has leather like leaves which are green with silver undersides.
Uses
Great in a grove planting if room, otherwise plant it for contrast colour and foliage.
Preferred Position & Soil
Olives flourish where there is good drainage and cool winters, with hot dry summers without humidity. Prefers a humus rich soil.
| Form | Oval |
| Family | Oleaceae |
| Mature Size | Height: 6m Width: 3m |
Categories
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Evergreen A plant that retains its leaves all year round. |
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Grove/Group Planting The upright structure of these trees make for an excellent group feature. |
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Informal Screening Trees suitable for hedges & screens. If you are looking for something a little different from the traditional, these trees offer a more casual look. |
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Tree-Feature Foliage Trees whose main selling feature is attractive foliage all year round. |
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