Olive Tree & Ivy
The Olive Tree and Ivy is a classic combination for by the front door. The Olive tree brings rugged elegance with the Ivy providing interest by trailing from the pot. Low maintenance and evergreen, this pair will ensure your home has kerb appeal throughout the year. Soto sources the best quality Olive Trees, direct from Spain.
Please note: The 160-170cm Olive Tree can only be hand delivered within London and the Home Counties.
How to care
Aspect
The Olive Tree likes to be reminded of its Mediterranean roots and loves the sun. Ivy is happy anywhere.
Care Level
Trim back the Olive Tree to desired shape. Don’t be afraid to prune back the Ivy.
Watering
Little and often, Olive Trees and Ivy don't like being too wet.
Feeding
Ivy benefits from an occasional feed but Olive Trees are used to being in poor quality soil. Add plant feed a couple of times a year.
Soil
Plant with a good quality, peat free compost and add a layer every spring to ensure nutrients feed through to the roots.