Olives

olive tree

Olive

There are both fruiting and non-fruiting olives.  Since the fruit is known to stain, do not plant fruiting varieties over patios, driveways or any other paved area.  Olives are very tolerant of heat and can take poor soil, but will do much better in deep, rich soil.  They need little to moderate water, are slow growing and can withstand considerable pruning.