Grow Your Own Arbequina Olives

The Arbequina Olive Tree is a self-pollinating variety known for its high-quality fruit and compact size, making it perfect for smaller gardens or container planting. Enjoy the satisfaction of harvesting your own olives, perfect for olive oil, table olives, or culinary creations. This 4-6” tall tree is ready to thrive in your garden, offering both beauty and delicious fruit for years to come. The Arbequina variety is prized for its early production and consistent yields, making it a rewarding choice for home gardeners. It’s a great choice to add to your garden or landscape.

Arbequina Olive Trees are relatively low-maintenance, adaptable to various soil types, and drought-tolerant once established. The tree produces small to medium-sized olives with a rich, fruity flavor, ideal for pressing into high-quality olive oil. Beyond its fruit, the Arbequina Olive Tree offers year-round visual appeal with its silvery-green foliage and graceful form. It’s a beautiful ornamental tree that also provides a bountiful harvest.

Benefits of Growing Arbequina Olives:

• Enjoy homegrown, delicious olives
• Enhance your garden with a beautiful ornamental tree
• Produce your own high-quality olive oil
• Relatively low-maintenance and drought-tolerant
• Self-pollinating, ensuring a consistent harvest

This Arbequina Olive Tree will thrive in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Regular watering is essential, especially during the first year, and occasional fertilization will encourage healthy growth and abundant fruit production. With proper care, your Arbequina Olive Tree will provide years of enjoyment and delicious olives.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. How big will my Arbequina Olive Tree get? Mature trees can reach a height of 15-20 feet, but they can be kept smaller with pruning.
2. What kind of soil does it need? Arbequina Olive Trees thrive in well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.
3. How much sunlight does it need? These trees require at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day.
4. How often should I water it? Water deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry, especially during dry periods.
5. When can I expect to harvest olives? You can typically expect to harvest olives 2-4 years after planting, usually in the fall.