Manzanillo Olive Tree (Olea europaea 'Manzanillo')

Want to grow delicious, high-quality olives straight from your backyard? Manzanillo Olive Tree is one of the world’s best table olive varieties, prized for its plump, juicy fruit and high oil content. With its stunning silver-green foliage, gnarled trunk, and drought-tolerant nature, this low-maintenance Mediterranean beauty is perfect for small gardens, orchards, and pots!

🌱 Why Gardeners Love Manzanillo Olive

✔ Plump, High-Quality Olives – Famous for its large, flavorful fruit, perfect for curing or pressing into oil.

✔ Fast-Growing & Low-Maintenance – Thrives in poor soils and hot, dry conditions.

✔ Evergreen Mediterranean Beauty – Silvery-green foliage creates a striking, elegant look year-round.

✔ Drought & Coastal Tolerant – Handles dry summers, coastal winds, and sandy soils with ease.

✔ Perfect for Small Gardens & Pots – Grows well in large containers or as a feature tree.

🏡 How to Use Manzanillo Olive in Your Garden

✅ Grow Your Own Fresh Olives – Perfect for making table olives and olive oil at home.

✅ Elegant Feature Tree – Adds a Mediterranean touch to any landscape.

✅ Low-Maintenance Screening or Hedging – Forms a dense, evergreen barrier with proper pruning.

✅ Potted Beauty for Patios & Courtyards – Grows well in large pots for small spaces.

Easy Planting & Care Guide

• Spacing: Plant 3m - 5m apart for full-sized trees, or 1.5m apart for hedging.
• Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best results in spring and autumn.
• Mulching & Fertilising: No additional mulching or fertiliser is needed, making this plant an easy-care option.

❔ FAQs About Manzanillo Olive

How tall does Manzanillo Olive grow?
It reaches 5 - 8m tall, but can be kept smaller with pruning.

How soon will it produce olives?
Manzanillo Olive trees start fruiting within 1-2 years, with full production as they mature.

Do I need a second tree for fruiting?
No! Manzanillo is self-pollinating, but having another olive tree nearby can increase yields.

Does it need a lot of water?
Not at all! Once established, it’s highly drought-tolerant and thrives with little water.

Can it handle frost?
Yes! It tolerates light frosts but prefers warm, sunny conditions.

🌿 Ready to Harvest Your Own Homegrown Olives?

Add Mediterranean charm and delicious, homegrown olives to your garden with Manzanillo Olive Tree! Order now for fast delivery and start enjoying fresh olives from your own backyard!