An olive tree can live quite happily with little pruning.
Pruning olive trees in pots uk.
Caring pruning and watering all take a part in letting potted olive trees grow well and bear olives.
To prune an olive tree choose a time either in late spring or early summer and make sure your tree is at least 3 4 feet tall before pruning.
The olive tree also called olea europaea l is a native plant of the mediterranean asia and africa.
Always wait to trim until the rains of winter are done since pruning opens entry points for water borne disease to enter the tree.
Pruning olive trees is easier than you might think.
Foliage evergreen harvest september to december.
Potted olive tree key facts.
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Larger more established olive trees do not need to be re potted on a yearly basis but will benefit from a small layer of compost spread around the base of the tree.
After that prune the olive tree during the spring season.
A trim when needed especially for the lollipop or pom pom olive trees will keep them in good shape.
To maintain tip top health or if growing an olive tree for fruit however pruning will be required.
Pruning an olive tree while it is in bloom allows you to assess the probable crop before you trim.
Name olea europea family oleaceae type fruit tree.
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Olives olea europaea are evergreen trees that will add a mediterranean touch to the garden they are suited to garden or container cultivation and may produce fruit in mild regions and warm summers in the uk.
Pruning skip out on pruning your olive tree during the first year.
Pruning potted olive trees is done mostly to shape the plant and maintain a short height.
Choose 3 4 strong lateral branches to form your main shape and make slanted cuts to remove branches.
Height 3 to 10 feet 1 to 3 m exposure full sun soil soil mix.