Family Oleaceae
Originating from Mediterranean

The iconic and legendary olive makes a massive statement when planted as a mature specimen, commanding attention in courtyard and contemporary settings. ‘Picual’ is a vigorous and self-fertile variety, so will produce olives after a hot UK summer. Its crown of silver/green evergreen leaves can be trimmed to any shape or size or left to grow naturally, forming an open and airy billowing crown. Olive trees survived the severe winters of 2009 – 2010, dropping only some leaves and regenerating fully the following spring. Grow in full sun in any soil type. Drought tolerant when established.

Mature height and spread after 20 – 50 years 6m x 4m