Overview
Olea europaea 'Salonenque' (F) is a columnar upright, spreading branched trees in the genus Olea, part of the Oleaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 4-8 metres tall and 2.5-4 metres wide, reaching full size in around 10-20 years. Olea europaea 'Salonenque' (F) grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include specimen tree and mediterranean-style gardens.
About
The olive is a species of subtropical evergreen tree in the family Oleaceae. Originating in Asia Minor, it is abundant throughout the Mediterranean Basin, with wild subspecies in Africa and western Asia; modern cultivars are traced primarily to the Near East, Aegean Sea, and Strait of Gibraltar.
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About the genus
Olea is a genus of flowering plants in the family Oleaceae. It includes 11 species accepted by Plants of the World Online native to warm temperate and tropical regions of the Middle East, southern Europe, Africa, southern Asia, and Australasia. They are evergreen trees and shrubs, with small, opposite, entire leaves.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Olea
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Olea europaea 'Salonenque' (F) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Columnar upright, Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Height
- 4-8 metres
- Spread
- 2.5-4 metres
- Time to full height
- 10-20 years
- Suggested uses
- Specimen tree, Mediterranean-style gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Olea europaea 'Salonenque' (F)
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings, grafting
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Xylella fastidiosa
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Olea europaea 'Salonenque' (F)?
Olea europaea 'Salonenque' (F) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Olea europaea 'Salonenque' (F) need?
Olea europaea 'Salonenque' (F) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
How big does Olea europaea 'Salonenque' (F) grow?
Olea europaea 'Salonenque' (F) reaches a height of 4-8 metres and a spread of 2.5-4 metres. It takes around 10-20 years to reach full size.
Is Olea europaea 'Salonenque' (F) hardy in the UK?
Olea europaea 'Salonenque' (F) has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Olea europaea 'Salonenque' (F)?
Semi-ripe cuttings, grafting.