Mission Olive - Olea europaea ‘Mission’
Mission Olive is a classic evergreen olive tree valued for its attractive form and reliable fruit production. It brings timeless Mediterranean character, year-round structure, and productive harvests to home gardens and landscapes.
🌱 Why Gardeners Love Mission Olive
✔ Reliable olive producer - Produces quality olives suitable for curing and oil.
✔ Evergreen structure - Maintains silvery-green foliage throughout the year.
✔ Attractive natural form - Develops a character-filled trunk with age.
✔ Heat and drought tolerant - Thrives in warm, dry conditions once established.
✔ Low maintenance choice - Performs well with minimal ongoing care.
🏡 How to Use Mission Olive in Your Garden
✅ Productive fruit tree - Ideal for homegrown olives and small-scale harvesting.
✅ Feature tree planting - Adds instant Mediterranean style to gardens.
✅ Avenue or boundary planting - Creates a timeless, structured look when planted in rows.
✅ Courtyard and landscape gardens - Suits both modern and traditional designs.
Easy Planting & Care Guide
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Spacing: Plant 4 to 6m apart for healthy growth. For increased yields and visual impact, planting multiple olive trees together is encouraged.
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Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is spring or autumn.
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Mulching & Fertilising: This tree grows strong naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to remain healthy and productive.
❔ FAQs About Mission Olive
Does Mission Olive produce edible olives?
Yes, it produces olives suitable for curing and oil production.
Is Mission Olive evergreen?
Yes, it retains its foliage year-round, providing constant structure.
How large does Mission Olive grow?
It matures into a medium-sized tree with a broad, rounded canopy.
Is Mission Olive easy to maintain?
Yes, it is low maintenance once established and very resilient.
Is Mission Olive suitable for Australian conditions?
Yes, it performs exceptionally well in warm, dry, and Mediterranean-style climates.
🌿 Ready to Transform Your Garden?
Create timeless Mediterranean appeal now - this classic olive variety is popular and ready to plant.