Olive trees represent the symbol of peace, vitality and victory, and are symbolic of ancient Greek Goddess Athena, the Goddess of Wisdom. The expression ‘extending the olive tree branch’ associated with olive tree is a meaning of peace or reconciliation.

In Singapore, our climate is warm enough to make an olive tree happy. We can make good use of an olive tree to blend into our garden design in various ways:

• A highlight and sculptural feature to your garden.
• Architectural embellishment with one single stem olive tree as a focal point to your courtyard.
• The foliage of olive tree with grey-green leaves can go well with any wall backdrop.
• Strategically shade a space like a canopy or “roof over head” in an outdoor seating area.
• Create softness to your hard fence and building structures.
• Shade privacy between neighbours and walkway passers-by.
• Create a beautiful allée with rows of olive trees leading from entrance to your doorstep.

The optimal growing conditions for an olive tree:

• Sufficient sunlight
• Well-drained potting mix or sandy mix
• Good air circulation
• Balanced fertiliser with 16-16-16 (Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium) or time release fertliser