Manzanillo Olive

Olea europaea 'Manzanillo'

$54⁹⁹

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Understanding Plant Options

Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:

Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements

Container Plant Sizes

Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.

Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2" x 2" x 3"	0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts	0.20 - 0.23 dry liters
4" Container	0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts	0.35 - 0.96 dry liters
4.5" Container	0.65 dry quarts	0.72 dry liters
6" Container	1.4 dry quarts	1.59 dry liters
1 Quart	1 dry quart	1.1 dry liters
5.5" Container	1.89 dry quarts	2.08 dry liters

Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2 Quart	2 dry quarts	2.2 dry liters
#1 Container	2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts	2.49 - 4.11 dry liters
5" x 5" x 12"	3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts	3.85 - 4.74 dry liters

Mature Plants (2-4 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#2 Container	1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons	5.24 - 7.75 dry liters
#3 Container	2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons	8.14 - 12.16 dry liters

Large Plants (3-5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#5 Container	2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons	12.86 - 20.35 dry liters
#6 Container	5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons	23.12 - 26.42 dry liters
#7 Container	5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons	26.34 - 28.76 dry liters

Bare Root Plants

Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.

Common Sizes:

Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet

Important Notes

Container Volume Specifications

Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents

Growing Conditions

Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment

Seasonal Availability

Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
Container plants are available throughout the growing season
Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes

Questions?

For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.

Plant Highlights

Manzanillo Olive highlights at a glance!

Specifications

Brand

Nature Hills' Choice
Botanical Name

Olea europaea 'Manzanillo'
Growing Zones

8-10
Mature Height

20 - 30 feet
Mature Spread

20 feet
Sun Exposure

Full Sun
Moisture

Low Once Established
Soil

Well-Drained
Growth Rate

Slow
Flower Color

Broadleaved Evergreen
Pollinator Friendly

Yes
Pollinator Required

No
Pruning Time

After Fruiting
Bloom Period

Summer
Harvest Time

Late Season

Growing Zones 8-10

Find Your Growing Zone!

Beloved & Self-Fruitful Manzanillo Olive Tree!

Broadleaf Evergreen Tree
Soft Grey-Green Leaves
Upward & Outward Growth
White Spring Blossoms
Flavorful Green Olives
Perfect for Curing & Olive Oil
Self-Fruitful
Trunk Becomes Twisted for a Unique Look
Easy to Remove Pits
Drought Tolerant
Specimen & Shade Tree
Thoughtful Gift Tree

If you're looking for Mediterranean flair or if you're an Olive fanatic, the Manzanillo Olive (Olea europaea 'Manzanillo') will become your prized possession. This tree will make you feel like you're lounging off the warm coast of Spain all year round.

The Manzanillo produces clusters of small, simple, charming white flowers in the summertime. At the height of its bloom, this tree looks frosted!

When autumn rolls around, expect this tree to be dripping with clusters of lovely edible green Olives. The pits are easily removed, and the fruit has excellent, meaty flesh that is about 85% pulp.

This Olive is celebrated for curing, but the Manzanillo Olive is also known for its prized fruit that creates enough oil for pressing.

The Manzanillo is self-fruiting, so you just need one for a fantastic harvest. This is a self-sufficient tree, but it will produce even more tasty Olives with a companion tree nearby.

How to Use Manzanillo Olive Tree In The Landscape

Manzanillo Olive is a broadleaved evergreen, with branches growing upward and outward, filled with lovely foliage, shaded a quaint gray-green. The beautiful leathery leaves are long and slender.

The most unique characteristic of this tree is its slow-growing nature, creating a gnarled, twisted trunk. Over time, this tree adds character and a sense of antiquity to your landscape.

Plant it in an open field, better yet, plant a few in a line along your property edge. Just one will become the crown jewel of your front yard landscaping the entire neighborhood will be envious of!

#ProPlantTips For Care

This Olive variety does great in well-drained soil with low moisture. Tolerating poor soil and drought-tolerant, it doesn't require a lot of water, and it tolerates the heat. Water regularly to ensure the roots establish, then let nature take its course and water only if drought becomes extreme.

Once established, it can even withstand temperature drops down to about 15 degrees. It does best with full sun exposure. Thriving in USDA growing zones 8 -10.

This hardy, yet fruitful tree will add a sense of antique beauty to your landscape! Beloved for centuries, the Olive is a symbol of peace and friendship! So one of these would become a fantastic gift for a new home-owner or anniversary!

Order yours today to get started on your very own Olive Tree grove by planting Manzanillo Olive tree with other varieties found at NatureHills.com!