Olea europaea var. europaea 'Empeltre'

Common name(s): olive tree

Description: evergreen tree; a self-fertile Spanish cultivar that yields medium-sized black fruits used for oil and as table olives. Grows to around 15 ft. in 10 years time. Tolerant of drought but will yield more fruit with consistent summer water.

Height: to 20 ft. Spread: to 15 ft.

Position: full sun and well-draining soil

Uses: culinary, medicine

Winter Hardiness: to 10 F and below

Drought: Adapted to 5 months of summer drought