If you own a potted olive tree or are considering getting one, it’s important to be aware of the differing care requirements compared to trees planted in the ground. Pruning is one such requirement, with pot-planted trees preferring a slightly different approach. In this handy guide, we’re going to take a closer look at these […]
Olive trees can live for an exceptionally long time , making them one of the most impressive and remarkable plants on Earth. Young olives look very different from their older, gnarled counterparts though. If you have a young tree or are considering getting one, you may be wondering just how long it’ll take to reach […]
The top 5 screening trees for a cosy, secluded garden Most of us aren’t blessed with a completely private garden. The majority of outdoor spaces are overlooked by surrounding homes – and even if you get along well with your neighbours, it can sometimes feel like your garden isn’t as secluded as you might like. […]
Olive trees are attractive and pleasant in the garden or house, and most bear fruit every year. If you’re wondering whether you can pick and eat the olives on your tree, you’re in the right place. In this article, we talk about olive trees in the UK, whether to eat olives and how to cure […]
You want your olive tree to have the best chance to thrive. But to do that, you need to know how to protect it against the elements. With the largest selection of olive trees in the UK, the experts from Olive Grove Oundle are answering your questions to help your tree thrive whatever the weather. […]
What Can I Plant to Create Privacy? Privacy is important in a garden. Even if you get on well with your neighbours, you don’t want to feel like you’re being ‘watched’ when you’re soaking up the sun – particularly if your home is overlooked by multiple properties. There are a variety of ways to tackle […]
What Are Specimen Plants? All You Need to Know Want a plant that’ll really get people talking? Something that could transform the look of your garden – a tree or shrub that makes a statement? You want a specimen plant. A vast array of different species can be categorised as specimen plants. The term simply […]
Not getting the fruit you were expecting from your olive tree? There are a multitude of factors that contribute to an olive tree’s health (and ability to fruit). To help you troubleshoot and identify what might be wrong, we’ve put together a list of common issues. If any of the below applies to your tree, […]
As the UK’s leading supplier of olive trees, we get asked this question a lot here at Olive Grove Oundle. But the truth is, we’re just as fascinated to know the answer as you are: nobody really knows how long olive trees can live for. We do know roughly how old the longest-living trees are, […]
All olive trees are unique. No matter the variety, you’ll never find two identical trees out there. That’s partly what makes olives so appealing! But of all the varieties of olive trees, one stands out as being perhaps even more unique and characterful than the rest: the gnarled olive tree. What are they? A gnarled […]
