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Phillyrea latifolia (Green olive tree)
1 hour care
per year
per year
8m
Max height
Max height
8m
Max spread
Max spread
15-20 years
To maturity
To maturity
Plant details
Botanical name
Phillyrea latifolia
Other names
Green olive tree, Mock privet, Evergreen privet
Genus
Phillyrea Phillyrea
Species
P. latifolia - P. latifolia is a slow-growing evergreen tree with broad leaves which can be pruned into a hedge shape and scented yellow-green flowers in spring followed by black berries (a bit like olives) in autumn.
Phillyrea latifolia is: Evergreen
Fragrance
The flowers have a rich fruity perfume.
Habit
Rounded
Flower
Flushed yellow, Insignificant or absent in Spring
Foliage
Grey-green in All seasons
How to care
Watch out for
General care
Pruning
Suited to cloud pruning. Prune with secateurs, so that the leaves are never sliced in half.
Propagation methods
Seed
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Where to grow
Phillyrea latifolia (Green olive tree) will reach a height of 8m and a spread of 8m after 15-20 years.
Suggested uses
Architectural, Coastal, Hedging/Screens, Low Maintenance, Specimen tree, Topiary, Woodland
Cultivation
Will tolerate all soil types but prefers slightly acidic soil with full sun and shelter when young. Responds to feeding and watering, as long as you stop around August.
Soil type
Clay, Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage
Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Aspect
North, South, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
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Botanical name
Phillyrea latifolia
Other names
Green olive tree, Mock privet, Evergreen privet
Genus
Phillyrea Phillyrea
Species
P. latifolia - P. latifolia is a slow-growing evergreen tree with broad leaves which can be pruned into a hedge shape and scented yellow-green flowers in spring followed by black berries (a bit like olives) in autumn.
Foliage
Evergreen
Fragrance
The flowers have a rich fruity perfume.
Habit
Rounded
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Colour
Flower
Flushed yellow, Insignificant or absent in Spring
Foliage
Grey-green in All seasons
General care
Pruning
Suited to cloud pruning. Prune with secateurs, so that the leaves are never sliced in half.
Propagation methods
Seed
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Where to grow
Phillyrea latifolia (Green olive tree) will reach a height of 8m and a spread of 8m after 15-20 years.
Suggested uses
Architectural, Coastal, Hedging/Screens, Low Maintenance, Specimen tree, Topiary, Woodland
Cultivation
Will tolerate all soil types but prefers slightly acidic soil with full sun and shelter when young. Responds to feeding and watering, as long as you stop around August.
Soil type
Clay, Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage
Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Aspect
North, South, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
USDA zones
Zone 9, Zone 8, Zone 7
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