{"product_id":"maslin","title":"Olive tree (Olea europaea) – Mediterranean symbol of longevity, beauty, and resilience","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eOlea europaea\u003c\/i\u003e, known in Romania as \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eolive tree\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e or \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eolive plant\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, is an evergreen shrub or tree native to the Mediterranean regions. It is valued both for its ornamental appearance—with narrow, elegant silvery leaves—and for its cultural and symbolic significance. In the right climate, it can become a central feature in any garden with Mediterranean or rustic influences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe olive tree grows slowly but steadily, developing a dense, well-branched crown over time. It is an ideal choice for decorating terraces, courtyards, or sunny gardens, but it can also be grown in a pot and overwintered indoors in areas with cold winters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e🌿 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeneral characteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e: \u003ci\u003eOlea europaea\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon names\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: olive tree, olive plant, olive tree (English)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFamily\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: Oleaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlant type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: ornamental and fruit-bearing evergreen shrub\/tree\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLeaves\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: narrow, lanceolate, gray-green with a silky appearance on the underside\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlowers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: small, creamy white, fragrant, appearing in spring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFruit\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: olives (under optimal growing conditions and on mature plants)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e☀️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowing conditions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: tolerates temperatures down to -5°C as a mature plant; when grown in a pot, overwintering above 5°C is recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatering\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: moderate—water only when the substrate is thoroughly dry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: well-drained, slightly calcareous, with a neutral or slightly alkaline pH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFertilization\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: monthly from March to September, using fertilizer for Mediterranean plants or fruit trees\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eThe plant requires a deep, stable pot when grown in containers. During winter, it is essential to protect it from frost, especially during the first few years.\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e✔️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAdvantages\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA symbolic and ornamental plant associated with peace and longevity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHighly drought-tolerant and low-maintenance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIdeal for Mediterranean-style gardens, terraces, or sunny balconies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCan be pruned and shaped for a controlled aesthetic appearance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLong-lived—a well-cared-for specimen can live for decades or even centuries\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e🔔 \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: In Romania’s climate, the olive tree can be planted in the garden only in areas with mild winters, such as the far south and Dobrogea, with winter protection. In the rest of the country, it can be successfully grown in large pots and moved to shelter during the cold season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot qMYqUG_convSearchResultTextHighlightSafari\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"safari-katex-mathml markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e📌 \u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The olive tree (\u003cem\u003eOlea europaea\u003c\/em\u003e) naturally renews part of its foliage throughout the year, and after handling, transport, or adapting to new environmental conditions, it may lose some leaves or show minor cosmetic imperfections, such as slightly dry tips, scratches, or superficial discoloration. In addition, each specimen may have a fuller or more open form, depending on its age and natural growth rate. These aspects are normal and do not affect the plant’s health, viability, or development.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHeight including pot: approx. 25–30 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ceramic pot is not included in the price. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Outdoor","offers":[{"title":"12 cm pot","offer_id":54850740748614,"sku":null,"price":14.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/IMG-8227.png?v=1785742367","url":"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/en-bg\/products\/maslin","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}