Olive Tree OLEA EUROPEA CIOTOLA 90 CIRC.TR. 40 - 65 BONSAI

Bringing instant Mediterranean character in a compact, sculptural form, Olea europaea bonsai in a shallow ciotola bowl features neat, grey‑green evergreen leaves and a naturally gnarled, timeworn trunk. Small, creamy‑white flowers appear in early summer; in long, warm seasons these may be followed by olive fruits. Best in full sun and very free‑draining soil or a large container with gritty compost, it grows slowly and responds well to light pruning to maintain shape. Hardy in many UK gardens when kept on the dry side over winter; provide shelter from severe or prolonged frost and avoid waterlogged conditions.

To help give a clear sense of scale, the stone wall shown in our photos measures approximately 265cm in height. We also use familiar garden tools as visual references: a digging fork (110cm tall) and a hand fork (30cm tall). These are included purely as size guides to help you better judge proportions when viewing the images.

Position: Full sun

Rate of Growth: Slow

Soil: Well‑drained, moderately fertile; light sandy or chalky soils; avoid waterlogging

Hardiness: Hardy to around −10°C once established in very free‑draining soil; shelter from severe or prolonged frost

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Plant at a Glance