Olea ‘Fruitless Dwarf’
Little Ollie


OVERVIEW:
The Olea ‘Fruitless Dwarf’ olive is a durable evergreen shrub that has a dense mounding growth habit. It is an inert variety of olive, which means that it does not bloom or produce fruit, which makes it a very clean addition to all landscapes. Its silver and green foliage is prized by homeowners and professionals alike. The fruitless dwarf olive can be trained and clipped into geometric and other shapes (sorry Edward Scissorhands, nothing that elaborate).
CLASSIFICATION:
Scientific Name: Olea ‘Fruitless Dwarf’
Common Name: Little Ollie
Family: Oleaceae
Suggested Uses: Landscape, ornamental, near pools
CHARACTERISTICS:
Height: 4-8 ft
Width: 3-4 ft
Flower: Inconspicuous
Bloom Period: spring
Fruit: non-fruiting variety; sterile
Foliage: Silvery green leaves
ENVIRONMENT:
Sun: Full sun
Water: Low to moderate
Soil: Well-draining
USDA Zone: 8-11