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The Black Olive Tree, also knows as Bucida Buceras and Shady Lady, is a stately evergreen that transforms any outdoor or indoor space into a lush haven. With its unique, tiered canopy and glossy green leaves, this tree offers beauty and practicality all year round. It's the perfect choice for gardeners seeking a blend of elegance and functionality.
Perfect for Your Landscape
The Black Olive Tree is a standout choice for any garden. Whether you're looking for shade, structure, or a touch of tropical sophistication, this tree delivers it all.
Why You'll Love It
Why You'll Love It
- Versatile Growth: Enjoy this beauty as a striking focal point in your yard or as conversation piece in your home.
- Evergreen Appeal: Its vibrant foliage stays lush year-round, creating a constant backdrop of green.
- Unique Canopy: The Black Olive Tree's layered, umbrella-like branches bring a modern, architectural vibe to gardens and streetscapes.
Black Olive Tree
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The Black Olive Tree is an evergreen tree prized for its attractive layered canopy and small, dark green leaves. It's not related to true olive trees and does not produce olives. It thrives in warm, humid climates, typically in USDA Zones 9–11, and prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It’s often found in coastal regions because it’s salt-tolerant. Once established, it’s drought-tolerant and requires little watering beyond what nature provides in tropical areas. Occasional pruning is needed to remove dead branches and shape the canopy. Fertilize sparingly—about twice a year—with a balanced fertilizer to encourage healthy growth.
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Product Info
Mature Height: 30–35 ft.
Mature Width: 15-20 ft.
Sunlight: Full Sun
Growth Rate: Moderate
Does Not Ship To: AZ, OR
Care and Maintenance
Watering: Water deeply 1-2 times per week for the first 3 months. Once established, reduce watering to once a week or less (depending on rainfall).
Fertilizing: Use a slow-release fertilizer (balanced or slightly nitrogen-heavy) twice a year—spring and fall.
Pruning: Prune lightly in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and remove dead branches.
Planting Care
Sunlight: Full sun
Soil: It prefers a well-draining soil.
Location: Choose a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Black Olive Trees prefer full sun but tolerate light shade.
Watering: Water thoroughly after planting to settle the soil around the roots.
Growth: Its growth rate is moderate, typically adding a few feet per year under ideal conditions.
Hardiness Zone: Thrives in warm, humid climates, typically in USDA Zones 9–11
Growing Zone
Growing Zone 4-11 patio/9-11
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