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Olea Europaea "Olive Arbequina" 20Liters
SKU LET031
R395.00
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Olea Europaea "Olive Arbequina" 20Liters
Product Details
Weight: 20.00 kg
Botanical Name: Olea europaea ‘Arbequina’
Common Names: Arbequina Olive, Olive Tree
📌 Product Description
Olea europaea ‘Arbequina’ is a highly popular olive cultivar known for its early fruiting, compact growth, and excellent oil quality. The small to medium-sized olives are smooth and flavourful, widely used for premium olive oil as well as table olives.
This variety is valued for its adaptability, consistent yields, and ability to perform well in a range of climates. The tree features attractive silvery-green foliage and a naturally compact growth habit, making it suitable for smaller gardens and even container growing.
‘Arbequina’ is a reliable and productive olive tree, ideal for both home growers and small-scale production.
📏 Size When Fully Grown
Height: 3 – 5 m
Spread: 3 – 4 m
Growth Habit: Small to medium evergreen tree
Growth Rate: Moderate
🌱 Best Growing Conditions
Light: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining soil; tolerant of poor, sandy, or rocky soils
Water:
• Water regularly during establishment
• Drought tolerant once established
• Avoid overwatering and waterlogged soil
Feeding: Apply compost or a balanced fertiliser in spring
Maintenance:
• Prune lightly to shape and improve airflow
• Self-fertile, but yields may improve with cross-pollination
• Monitor for scale and fungal issues
🌦️ Planting & Growing Season (South Africa)
Best Planting Time: Spring to early summer
Active Growth: Spring and summer
Flowering Season: Spring
Harvest Time: Autumn
Climate Suitability: Well-suited to Mediterranean-type climates and dry regions of South Africa
Chill Requirement: Low to moderate
🌼 Additional Benefits
• Excellent oil-producing variety
• Compact and manageable size
• Drought tolerant
• Early and consistent fruiting
• Attractive foliage
🌿 Ideal Uses
✔ Home gardens
✔ Olive oil production
✔ Table olives
✔ Container growing
✔ Mediterranean-style gardens
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