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Black Olive Tree

Black Olive Tree

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Black Olive Tree Care & Information

Evergreen Elegance for your Home

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.

Key Features

  • 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.
  • Massive Plant: Measures between 60-72" tall from the soil line to the top of the foliage and arrives in a 14 in nursery pot.

Perfect for Your Landscape

The Black Olive Tree thrives outdoors in zones 9–11 or indoors in zones 4-11, favoring full sun and well-draining soil. It's perfectly suited for urban gardens, lining driveways, or in containers indoors. Thanks to its wind-resistant nature, it's also a fantastic choice for coastal areas or regions with breezy conditions.

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.

How to care for a Black Olive Tree

Black Olive Tree

Plant Origin: Central America, the Caribbean

Sunlight requirements

Thrives in bright light to full sun conditions. Not suited for low light areas. South & West facing windows are ideal indoors, and consider grow lights in Fall/ Winter.

Watering requirements

Water every 1 week, allowing soil to dry out halfway down between waterings. Tolerates normal room humidity levels.

Is this plant pet-friendly?

This is a pet friendly plant!
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