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olive tree evergreen

Searching for an olive tree evergreen to bring enduring beauty and Mediterranean flair to your New Zealand garden? Evergreen olive trees offer year-round lush foliage, timeless appeal, and the promise of delicious fruit. Whether you’re looking to create privacy, grow your own olives, or simply enjoy the classic silvery-green leaves of this iconic plant, olive trees are a versatile choice for both modern and traditional landscapes.

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Olive Koroneiki

Olea Koroneiki is a variety of Olive tree grown for its high yields of small fruit. The fruit are often squeezed to produce an oil with a distinct, fruity taste or they can be eaten fresh during autumn. The foliage comprises grey-green leaves which are held on rigid branches as it grows to 3 m tall and the same wide. Olea Koroneiki is often grown for fruit production, but also makes for an impressive specimen tree. This olive is useful for screening, using as a windbreak, or being trimming either into a hedge or for topiary.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Fruit Trees
Height: 3.00 m
Spread: 3.00 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen, Topiary
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern
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Olive J2

Olea J2 is a variety of Olive tree that produces fruit that can be squeezed to produce an oil which has a distinct, fruity flavour or they can be eaten fresh. They mature to a dark purple-black colour in autumn and originate from white-cream flowers in summer. The foliage comprises grey-green leaves as it grows to 3 m tall and the same wide. Olea J2 is one of the more popular varieties of Olive tree and is often grown for fruit production. It also makes for an impressive specimen tree and is useful for screening, using as a windbreak, or being trimming either into a hedge or for topiary.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Fruit Trees
Height: 3.00 m
Spread: 3.00 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Hedging, Pool areas, Screening, Topiary
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern
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Olive J5

Olea J5 is a variety of Olive tree that produces high yields of large fruit. The fruit are often squeezed to produce an oil with a distinct, fruity...

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Olive Frantoio

Olive Frantoio carries large fruit that are often squeezed to produce an oil with a distinct, pungent, yet fruity taste or they can be eaten fresh...

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Olive Leccino

Olea Leccino is a variety of Olive tree grown for its high-quality fruit. The medium-sized, dark purple-black fruit have a distinct, sweet taste and...

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Olive Manzanillo

Olea Manzanillo is a variety of Olive tree grown for its high yields of medium sized fruit. They are dark purple-black when mature in autumn and...

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Olive El Greco

Olive El Greco is grown for its high yields of quality fruit. It carries large fruit that are often squeezed to produce an oil with a distinct...

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Olive Verdale

Olea Verdale is a variety of Olive tree grown for its high yields of medium sized fruit. They are dark purple-black when mature in autumn and...

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Olive Rakino

Olea Rakino is a variety of Olive tree grown for its high-quality fruit. The medium-sized, dark purple-black fruit have a distinct taste and can be...

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Olive Barnea

Olive Barnea carries large fruit that can be squeezed to produce oil with a distinct, green, fruity aroma or eaten fresh. The fruit mature to a dark...

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Olive Ascolano

Olive Ascolano is grown for its high-quality fruit. The large, green fruit have a delicate, mild taste and can be squeezed to make a rich, tasty oil...

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Acacia melanoxylon (Blackwood Wattle)

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Lagunaria patersonia

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Crassula ovata (Money Tree)

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Sequoiadendron giganteum (Sequoia gigantea Tree)

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Magnolia Jade Emperor (Evergreen Magnolia Jade Emperor)

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Lomandra Evergreen Baby

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Schefflera arboricola (Dwarf Umbrella Tree)

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Magnolia Teddy Bear (Magnolia grandiflora Teddy Bear)

Magnolia grandiflora Teddy Bear, commonly known as the Magnolia Teddy Bear Tree, is a variety of Southern Magnolia, and is an evergreen tree with...

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Cedrela sinensis Flamingo (Toon Tree)

Cedrela sinensis Flamingo is a highly colourful, deciduous tree featuring bright, salmon-pink foliage in spring which ages to cream-yellow, and then...

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Magnolia Margaret Helen (Magnolia Tree Margaret Helen)

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Schinus molle (California Pepper Tree)

Schinus molle, commonly known as the California Pepper Tree, is an evergreen tree grown for its attractive form and foliage. The leaves are bright...

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Dacrydium cupressinum, commonly known as Rimu or Red Pine, is an iconic and slow-growing tree. The juvenile form features drooping branches densely...

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Chiranthodendron pentadactylon (Monkeys Hand Tree)

Commonly known as the Monkeys Hand Tree, this is an evergreen tree grown for its flowers and stature. Amidst the lush, green foliage are borne showy...

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Magnolia Strawberry Fields (Strawberry Fields Magnolia Tree)

Magnolia Strawberry Fields is a stunning deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, semi-double, deep red flowers through late winter and...

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Magnolia JC Williams (Magnolia Tree JC Williams)

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Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King (Rowan Tree NZ)

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Ulmus Lobel (Dutch Elm Tree)

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Magnolia Amethyst Flame (Amethyst Flame Magnolia Tree)

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A Ficus hillii (Evergreen Fig) specimen tree with lush, green foliage.

Ficus Hillii (Australian Banyan)

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A large Beilschmiedia tawa (Tawa tree).

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The Evergreen Advantage of Olive Trees

One of the greatest assets of an olive tree evergreen is its ability to maintain its dense, silvery foliage throughout every season. Unlike many fruit trees that shed their leaves in winter, evergreen olives create constant structure and colour in the garden. Their drought tolerance, coastal hardiness, and resistance to pests make them perfect for New Zealand’s varied climates, from coastal regions to sheltered urban spaces.

Popular Olive Tree Evergreen Varieties

There are several olive cultivars ideal for those searching for a hardy, evergreen tree: - Olive Moraiolo: Praised for its robust growth and excellent oil yield, this Italian variety thrives in many New Zealand areas. - Olive Koroneiki: Well-known for its dense, evergreen form and high-quality olives, Koroneiki is popular in boutique groves. - Olive J2: A versatile choice for home gardens or orchards, valued for its adaptability and reliable harvests. - Olive J5: Admired for its vigorous growth and attractive foliage, making it a lovely focal point year-round. - Olive Frantoio: Famous for vigorous, evergreen branches and exquisite fruit, perfect for both ornamental and productive uses.

Planting and Caring for Olive Tree Evergreens

To get the best from your olive tree evergreen, plant in a spot with plenty of sunshine and excellent drainage. Olive trees are not fussy – they tolerate poor soils, some wind, and even coastal salt. Water regularly until established, then enjoy their drought tolerance. Minimal pruning is required, mostly to shape the tree or remove old wood. Fertilise lightly in spring for vigorous, healthy growth and more abundant fruit clusters.

Uses in New Zealand Gardens

Olive tree evergreens make fantastic feature trees, hedges, or espaliered screens. Their sculptural shape and dense foliage provide privacy and define outdoor spaces. The edible fruit is a bonus for home harvests or preserving. Olive trees also pair beautifully with Mediterranean-inspired plantings like lavender and rosemary, creating a relaxed paradise you can enjoy all year.

Choosing Your Olive Tree Evergreen

Whether you prefer a classic cultivar like Olive Frantoio or want to experiment with a compact form such as Olive J2, there’s an olive tree evergreen perfect for every New Zealand garden. Discover your ideal match among the tough, beautiful options at our nursery and enjoy evergreen elegance season after season.


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