Verdale Dwarf Olive is a beautiful evergreen tree with silvery foliage and creamy-white flowers, ideal for smaller gardens and courtyards.

At a glance Pot: 300mm pot Height now: approx. 1.6m Mature size: 4–6m tall × 3–4m wide Sun: full sun Foliage: evergreen Hardiness: drought and frost tolerant

Why choose a Verdale Dwarf Olive?

Silvery-green foliage gives this long-lived French olive its Mediterranean character, with medium-sized fruit suitable for oil and table use. Its upright to rounded form can be clipped for hedging or topiary, or kept compact in a large pot.

How can I use it in my garden?

• Use as a feature in a Mediterranean or edible garden.

• Include in an orchard for fruit and oil.

• Grow in a decorative pot with rosemary, lavender or citrus nearby.

Where does it grow best?

Grow in full sun in well-drained soil. It thrives in Mediterranean conditions and tolerates drought and frost.

What does it look like through the year?

Silvery-green evergreen leaves provide foliage throughout the year. Creamy-white flowers in spring and summer are followed by medium-sized olives for oil or table use.