{"product_id":"arbequina-olive-tree-starter-plant-5-inches-olea-europaea-drought-tolerant-usda-zones-8-11","title":"Arbequina Olive Tree Starter Plant 5+ Inches | Drought Tolerant Evergreen Olea Europaea for USDA Zones 8-11","description":"\u003ch2\u003eArbequina Olive Tree Starter Plant Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Arbequina olive tree (Olea europaea) is an evergreen fruit tree known for its small, flavorful olives with a high oil content. This starter plant is a minimum of 5 inches tall and is grown from cuttings of fruiting trees, ensuring quality and authenticity. Ideal for gardeners in USDA zones 8-11, the Arbequina olive tree is drought-tolerant and thrives in full sun with well-draining soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariety: Arbequina (Olea europaea)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize at shipment: 5+ inches tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit: Small olives suitable for table use and oil production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: Requires full sun (6+ hours daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil: Prefers well-draining soil with pH between 6.0 and 8.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater: Low watering needs once established due to drought tolerance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth: Slow to moderate growth rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Height: Reaches 15-20 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage: Evergreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintenance: Low\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-GMO and pesticide-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Arbequina olive tree grows best in full sun and well-draining soil. It is drought-tolerant once established, making it suitable for Mediterranean-style gardens or areas with dry climates. The tree has a slow to moderate growth rate and can reach a mature height of 15 to 20 feet. It is hardy in USDA zones 8 through 11 and is non-toxic, making it a safe addition to edible gardens and patios.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Jayme Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46926169309383,"sku":"sku-50173848125728","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/2185\/0311\/files\/images_5e4f8352-4b92-4bab-94b7-674730c1fefe.png?v=1785472283","url":"https:\/\/prosperitynursery.com\/products\/arbequina-olive-tree-starter-plant-5-inches-olea-europaea-drought-tolerant-usda-zones-8-11","provider":"Prosperity Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}