The Chemlali Olive Tree (Olea europaea), the "Tree of Peace," is a cold-hardy, drought-resistant olive valued for premium oil with a flavor reminiscent of apples. It flowers early for accelerated fruit ripening and tolerates tough, saline, sandy conditions. At a glance Botanical name: Olea europaea Type: Cold-hardy evergreen olive tree Olives: Smaller fruit yielding delicate, premium oil Tolerance: Saltwater, drought, sandy soils Flowering: Early, with accelerated fruit ripening Pollination: Requires a pollinator Care level: Low maintenance Best for Mediterranean-style landscapes Coastal and sandy-soil gardens Home olive oil production Low-maintenance evergreen structure Early-season harvests How to grow Highly tolerant of saltwater and drought with roots well-suited to sandy soils and challenging sites. Plant a pollinator nearby to support fruit production. Once established, it needs minimal care thanks to its cold-hardiness and drought resistance. Flavor profile Although the olives are smaller, they produce a delicate, high-quality oil with a unique flavor reminiscent of apples. About Everglades Farm Everglades Farm is a Florida nursery growing fruiting trees, edible plants, and rare garden showpieces, shipped directly from the nursery to your door.