Olive tree with silver-green foliage in a Mediterranean Bay Area garden

Olive Trees

Silver-green foliage, heat-loving, drought-tolerant once established, timeless Mediterranean character.

Olive trees bring instant Mediterranean charm to Bay Area landscapes—clean architectural form, soft silver foliage, and reliable performance in full sun. Whether you’re planting a sculptural focal point near a patio or building a low-water garden, olives are a smart, long-lasting choice when properly sited and established.

  • Full-sun favorites with a refined, evergreen look

  • Great for modern, Mediterranean, and drought-conscious designs

  • Works as a patio feature tree or a larger landscape anchor (size-dependent)

  • Once established: typically low water needs (site + soil dependent)

  • Pairs beautifully with lavender, rosemary, grasses, and stone hardscape

  • Local Bay Area delivery and placement options available (where applicable)
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  • Wilsonii Olive

    Wilsonii Olive Tree

    Wilsonii Olive Tree
  • Little Ollie Tree

    Little Ollie Tree

    Little Ollie Tree
  • Swan Hill Olives

    Swan Hill Olive Tree

    Swan Hill Olive Tree
  • Fruitless Olive

    Fruitless Olive Tree

    Fruitless Olive Tree
  • Majestic Beauty Olive

    Majestic Beauty Olive Tree

    Majestic Beauty Olive Tree
  • Arbequina Fruiting Olives

    Arbequina Fruiting Olive Tree

    Arbequina Fruiting Olive Tree
  • Koroneki Olive

    Koroneki Olive

    Koroneki Olive
  • Manzanillo Olive

    Manzanillo Fruiting Olive Tree

    Manzanillo Fruiting Olive Tree
  • Mission Fruiting Olive

    Mission Fruiting Olive Tree

    Mission Fruiting Olive Tree

Frequently asked questions

Do olive trees grow well in the San Francisco Bay Area?
Yes—olives generally perform best in full sun with well-drained soil. Microclimates matter, so coastal fog zones may grow slower than warmer inland neighborhoods.

How much sun do olive trees need?
Aim for 6–8+ hours of direct sun daily for best structure and vigor.

How often should I water an olive tree?
New plantings need consistent moisture while roots establish. After establishment, olives are often lower-watercompared to many ornamentals, but frequency depends on soil, heat, and container vs. in-ground.

Will my olive tree produce olives?
It depends on variety, sunlight, temperature, and pruning. Some olives are primarily ornamental; others fruit more reliably in the right conditions.

Are olive trees good for containers?
Many are, especially compact forms. Use a well-draining mix and ensure the pot has drainage holes; containers dry out faster than in-ground plantings.

Do you offer planting or garden design services?
Yes—Victory Nursery can help with planting, site prep guidance, and garden design planning (especially Mediterranean / low-water layouts). We can also advise on spacing, irrigation approach, and plant pairing for a cohesive look.