The Manzanillo is a fast-growing tree that is native to the Mediterranean, Asia and Africa. This plant is a relatively low, spreading olive tree that is a fairly regular annual bearer with the fruit becoming ready early in the season. These fruits are ideal in martinis and as a table olive.
This plant makes for an ideal addition to garden and landscapes as an attractive specimen tree or shade trees. They are also used as hedging, espalier (planted across a flat wall) or in a pot.
Olive Tree Olea Manzanillo
Thriving in warm regions with cool winters. Extended dry, hot conditions during summer months will encourage fruit development. Olea 'Manzanillo' is relatively low maintenance, drought-tolerant and easily adaptable to coastal conditions.
Plant Type Olive Tree Mature Dimension (HxW) 9m x 6m Sun Exposure Full Sun Bird / Wildlife Attracting Yes Foliage Type Cuneate Foliage Colour Green, Silver, Grey Flowering Yes, Panicles, during spring and summer Flower Colour Cream, White Fruiting Yes Fruit Season March to September