Introduction
The olive tree is an emblematic tree of the Mediterranean regions, a symbol of longevity and resistance. Cultivated for millennia, it produces olive oil, a staple food enjoyed around the world.
Benefits
- Excellent resistance to drought.
- Exceptional longevity, some olive trees live more than 1000 years.
- Low maintenance requirements once installed.
- Growing demand for quality olive oil.
Main varieties
- Picholine
- Arbequina
- Koroneiki
- Manzanilla
Ideal growing conditions
Soil: poor to moderately fertile, well-drained.
Exposure: full sun.
Irrigation: minimal after the installation phase.
Crop Cycle
Planting: autumn or spring.
Flowering: spring.
Harvest: autumn (November to January depending on the variety and use).
Maintenance techniques
Light maintenance pruning to aerate the tree.
Pruning to promote the sunlight of the branches.
Surveillance against olive fly and peacock's eye.
Common issues
- Diseases: peacock's eye, verticillium wilt.
- Pests: olive fly, black olive mealybug.
Recommended Products
- Copper treatment for peacock's eye.
- Organic traps and treatments against the olive fly.
- Use of compost to improve soil structure.
- Super Colossi
- Vajra
- Soproxyde flo
- Ravane 50
Anecdote
Some thousand-year-old olive trees in Morocco and the Mediterranean continue to produce olives, testifying to their incredible resilience.
FAQ
The harvest for olive oil is usually done when the olives are partially turned from green to purple-black, ensuring a good balance between fruitiness and yield.
