Liguria Olive Tree Seeds - 10 Italian Olea europaea Seeds for Bonsai

The Liguria Olive Tree (Olea europaea) is a classic Italian olive variety prized for its graceful, silvery-green foliage and Mediterranean character. Native to the Liguria region of northwestern Italy, this evergreen tree is a favorite among gardeners who want to grow their own olive tree from seed, whether as a container specimen, a sunny landscape feature, or a carefully trained bonsai.

Olive trees develop attractive gray-green leaves and a naturally sculptural branching habit over time. Their compact growth and tolerance for pruning make them especially well suited to bonsai culture, while their drought-tolerant nature and sun-loving disposition suit warm, bright growing spaces. Growing olives from seed is a rewarding long-term project that lets you shape the tree from its earliest stages.

Plant Features

• Italian Liguria olive variety with silvery-green evergreen foliage
• Naturally suited to bonsai training and container growing
• Attractive gray-green leaves and sculptural branching habit
• Drought-tolerant once established
• Long-lived, slow-growing Mediterranean tree

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Olea europaea
• Plant Type: Evergreen fruit tree
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
• Growth Habit: Upright, branching tree
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 8-11
• Mature Height: Varies with growing conditions and pruning

Planting & Care

Olive seeds benefit from a period of cold stratification before sowing. Soak the seeds, then stratify them in a moist medium in the refrigerator for several weeks. Sow in a well-drained seed-starting mix, press the seeds lightly into the surface, and keep the medium consistently moist but not waterlogged. Provide warmth and bright light, and be patient, as olive seeds can germinate slowly and unevenly.

Once seedlings have developed several sets of leaves, transplant them into individual pots with well-draining soil. Give young trees plenty of sunlight and water moderately, letting the top of the soil dry between waterings. For bonsai, begin shaping and pruning once the plant is established. Protect young plants from frost and cold drafts.

What's Included

This listing includes 10 Liguria Olive Tree seeds (Olea europaea) for planting and bonsai growing.