.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Olea europaea, Patio Tree, Assorted Description This versatile evergreen tree features silvery-green leaves and a classic Mediterranean appearance. It thrives in containers and small gardens, offering attractive foliage year-round and producing delicate white flowers in spring. Suggested Uses Perfect for patio decorating, small garden landscapes, and container planting. Its compact size makes it suitable for urban spaces and decorative courtyard areas. Plant Details Botanical Name: Olea europaea, Patio Tree, Assorted Common Name: Patio Olive Size & Growth: Typically 3-8 ft tall with a spread of 3-6 ft, slow to moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 8-11 Foliage Type: Evergreen Bloom Time: Spring (April-May) Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Full sun Attracts Pollinators: Bees, butterflies Indoor Friendly: Yes (with good light) Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes (for ornamental purposes) Grows Well With: Rosemary, lavender, and other Mediterranean herbs Care Tips Planting Instructions: Use well-draining soil in full sun; plant at same depth as in container Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist but not waterlogged Soil Type: Sandy loam preferred Humidity: Tolerates average humidity Pruning Instructions: Light pruning in late winter to maintain shape Winter Care: Protect container-grown trees from freezing temperatures in colder zones Planting Depth: Ensure the root ball is level with soil surface Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer during active growing season Special Care: Mulch around base to conserve moisture and control weeds