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Olea europaea 'Manzanillo' - Olive

Name: Olea europaea 'Manzanillo' - Olive
Brand: Evergreen Trees Direct
Price: 1250.00 AUD
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Size: 200L

200L 100L 40cm/45L

Current Stock Height Guides

40cm/45L: 1.3m – 1.5m Approx.
100L: Enquire within for height guide information.
200L: Enquire within for height guide information.

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About Olea europaea 'Manzanillo' - Olive

Olea europaea 'Manzanillo' — Manzanillo Olive — is a classic Spanish variety prized for its dual-purpose fruit, ideal for both table olives and olive oil production. It grows as a medium-sized evergreen tree with a dense, rounded canopy of silver-green foliage, offering Mediterranean charm and year-round structure.

Reaching 4–6 metres tall with a 3–4 metre spread, it suits feature planting, productive gardens, containers, and formal hedging. Its open-center form allows excellent light penetration and airflow, supporting reliable fruiting. In spring, the tree produces fragrant creamy-white flowers vital for fruit set.

Highly drought-tolerant once established, Manzanillo thrives in full sun and adapts to coastal, urban, and poorer soils. With low maintenance and annual pruning to shape and promote yield, it’s a top choice for gardeners seeking an ornamental yet productive olive tree with a proven track record.

Key Information to Know

Evergreen / Deciduous

Olea europaea 'Manzanillo' - Olive is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 5m - 10m Approximately

Mature Width: 3 – 4 meters

Olea europaea 'Manzanillo' - Olive is expected to grow Approx. 30 – 60 cm per year.

Frost Tolerance

Is Olea europaea 'Manzanillo' - Olive frost tolerant?

Olea europaea 'Manzanillo' - Olive is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Flowering Information

Olea europaea ‘Manzanillo’ produces clusters of small, creamy-white, lightly fragrant flowers in late spring to early summer. These subtle blooms sit neatly among the grey-green foliage and are followed by round, fleshy olives, offering a soft and traditional Mediterranean seasonal display.

Native Information

Is Olea europaea 'Manzanillo' - Olive an Australian Native? No

Olea europaea 'Manzanillo' - Olive is Native to Native to the Mediterranean Basin, cultivated for thousands of years. ‘Manzanillo’ is one of the world’s most widely grown olive cultivars, valued for its reliable fruiting and versatility.

Wildlife Value

Its nectar-bearing flowers attract bees and beneficial pollinating insects, while the ripening olives provide a seasonal food source for birds. The branching canopy also offers perching sites and light shelter, contributing modest biodiversity value in Mediterranean, coastal and urban gardens.

Sunlight Information

Olea europaea 'Manzanillo' - Olive will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preffered Soil

Olea europaea ‘Manzanillo’ performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and prefers neutral to slightly alkaline conditions, though it will tolerate mildly acidic soil. It may struggle in heavy clay or poorly drained sites unless improved with coarse material and organic matter to increase drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, infrequent watering as the tree matures to support drought resilience, strong evergreen growth and consistent fruit production.

Botanical Information

Common Name: Manzanillo Olive

Genus: Olea

Botanical Species: europaea

Family: Oleaceae

Botanical Name: Olea europaea 'Manzanillo'

Landscape Uses

Feature Tree
Edible Garden
Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots
Screening or Privacy

Olea europaea 'Manzanillo' - Olive works in an:

Mediterranean Style Garden – timeless courtyard look with stone, pots, and bold greenery.
Edible Garden – integrates fruit, herbs, and productive plants.
Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Planting, Spacing & Care

How to Plant:

Choose a sunny site with well-draining soil.
Dig a hole that is twice as wide and as deep as the root ball.
Place the tree in the hole, ensuring it is at the correct depth.
Backfill with soil, water thoroughly, and apply a layer of mulch to conserve moisture.

Hedging & Screening: Plant 2 m – 3 m apart for a dense, fruit-bearing hedge.

Feature Tree: Plant 3 m – 4 m apart to encourage canopy and fruit production.

Avenue Planting Trees: Plant 5 m – 6 m apart for consistent spacing.

Caring for Olea europaea 'Manzanillo':

Water regularly, especially during dry periods, until the tree is well-established.
Fertilize with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
Prune as needed to shape the tree, open up the canopy, and remove any dead or diseased wood.

How to Grow in Different Soil Types

Olea europaea 'Manzanillo' thrives in well-drained soil but adapts to various conditions:

Sandy Soil: Requires added organic matter to improve moisture retention and nutrients.

Clay Soil: Needs improved drainage with sand and compost to prevent waterlogging.

Loamy Soil: Ideal for healthy root development and consistent fruit production.

Acidic or Alkaline Soil: Prefers neutral to slightly alkaline conditions but adapts to most soils.

Olea europaea 'Manzanillo' - Olive is expected to grow Approx. 30 – 60 cm per year.

Medium Growth Rate

Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

Ideal Conditions

Subtropical QLD (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast)
Inland QLD (Darling Downs, Central QLD)
Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
Sydney & Central Coast
South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
Inland NSW / Tablelands (Orange, Bathurst, Canberra)
Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
Western District & Central VIC (Ballarat, Bendigo, Hamilton)
Gippsland (Latrobe Valley, East Gippsland)
Adelaide Metro & Coastal
Adelaide Hills & Barossa
Riverland & Murraylands
Limestone Coast & South East

Thrives in

Full Sun

Frost Tolerance

Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Drought Tolerance

As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established ‘Manzanillo’ develops excellent drought tolerance. Well-adapted to hot, dry climates, it maintains strong evergreen growth and reliable fruiting with only occasional deep watering during extended dry periods.

Flowering Information

Does Olea europaea 'Manzanillo' - Olive flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Spring

Flower Type:

Fragrant

Flower Colour:

White

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions:

When is the best time to plant 'Manzanillo' Olive Trees?
Planting in early spring or fall is ideal, allowing the tree to establish before extreme weather conditions.
How often should I water my 'Manzanillo' Olive Tree?
Regular watering is important during the first few years; once established, the tree is quite drought-tolerant.
Is 'Manzanillo' Olive Tree susceptible to any pests or diseases?
While generally hardy, it can be susceptible to common olive tree pests and diseases, such as olive fruit fly and peacock spot. Regular monitoring and appropriate care can help manage these issues.
Can 'Manzanillo' olives be eaten directly from the tree?
Like most olives, 'Manzanillo' olives are typically processed (cured or pickled) before consumption due to their natural bitterness.
What makes 'Manzanillo' different from other olive varieties?
Its versatility as both a table olive and for oil production, along with its adaptability to various growing conditions, makes it a favored choice among olive cultivators.