Olea europaea 'Swan Hill' |
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Swan Hill Fruitless Olive |
Description
This beautiful tree slowly reaches 25'-30' high; a flower deformity makes this tree fruitless (less pollen). Foliage is soft looking, green and reminds one of willow trees. Trunk is smooth and gray, becoming gnarled with maturity. It will grow in coastal areas as well as inland warm valleys. It tolerates rich soil as well as gravelly, alkaline, poor soil. Once it's established, it needs water 1-2 times per month in the summer and no water in winter.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Rich, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Spanish
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter
Location Uses
Entry, Patio, Street Tree, With Rocks
Special Uses
Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.