Arbequina Olive

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Olive Europa – Arbequina Olive

The Arbequina olive is a self-pollinating, compact variety that ripens to a black color. Known for its early ripening, this Spanish variety produces high-quality olives and oil. It can thrive in pots and is an attractive ornamental plant. Best suited for USDA Zones 8-10, it is important to note that olives may not perform consistently in the southern U.S. due to high humidity. However, reports from Savannah, GA, Charleston, SC, and other areas in Zone 8 have been promising for the Arbequina variety.

Plant Characteristics:

• Pest Resistance: Excellent
• Disease Resistance: Excellent
• Drought Tolerance: Excellent
• Heat Tolerance: Excellent
• Humidity Tolerance: Very Good
• Sun Tolerance: Very Good
• Wet Soil Tolerance: Poor
• Shade Tolerance: Poor
• No Spray: Excellent
• Salt Tolerance: Poor
• Fresh for Kids: Poor
• Thorns: None
• Soil Type: Well-Drained
• Edible Type: Fruit
• Self-Fertile: Yes

This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and opinions are always welcome.