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How do you shape an olive tree?
The ideal shape for an olive tree is that of a wine glass, with three to four main branches opening from the main trunk. To encourage a young tree to develop a good shape, wait until your olive reaches about 1.5m in height before choosing three or four strong, well-placed shoots to form the main framework.
How do you train a potted olive tree?
Should you shape an olive tree?
An olive tree can live quite happily with little pruning. A trim when needed, especially for the Lollipop or Pom Pom olive trees will keep them in good shape. To maintain tip-top health or if growing an olive tree for fruit however, pruning will be required.
How do you care for a topiary olive tree?
A fresh topiary like the olive tree needs full sun and should be rotated so each side receives equal amounts of sun. Give it a quarter turn every week for balanced light when checking for dryness at the same time. This live topiary needs regular pruning to keep it small and shapely.
Are olive trees good for privacy?
The olive tree is evergreen, low care and drought tolerant. Due to this generally unfussy habit, it makes a suitable accent patio container tree, a privacy screen or even a hedge. Dwarf varieties tend to reach six to eight feet in height, adequate for a hedge.