Olive tree Olea Lorc - 200 cm - Ø45 cm

Olea europaea 'Lorc'

Appearance of the plant

Graceful, gray-green leaves with a narrow, elongated shape

Grown with a sturdy trunk and full crown for a Mediterranean look

In pots usually 120–200 cm tall, but can grow taller in open ground

Location

Sunny, warm place with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day

Ideal for patio, balcony or open ground in a sheltered garden

Indoors only in a very bright location, for example in a conservatory

Water requirement

Moderate watering: allow the top layer of soil to dry before watering again

Water more often in a pot than in open ground

Tolerates short periods of drought, but not long-term wet roots

Winter hardiness

Fairly hardy: tolerates temperatures down to -8°C to -10°C

In cold or wet winters, protect with fleece or overwinter indoors.

More sensitive to cold in a pot than in open ground

Fun fact: Olive trees like the 'Lorc' can live for hundreds of years and are a symbol of peace, wisdom and abundance in Mediterranean culture.