Little Ollie' Dwarf Olive Tree - Olea europaea 'Little Ollie'

Little Ollie Dwarf Olive Tree (Olea europaea 'Little Ollie')

The Little Ollie Dwarf Olive Tree is a compact ornamental variety prized for its stunning silvery-green foliage and petite stature. This non-fruiting cultivar thrives in hot, dry climates and excels in both container and landscape settings. Customers choose to buy Little Ollie Dwarf Olive online for its exceptional heat and drought tolerance combined with year-round visual interest.

Landscaping Uses

This dwarf olive works beautifully as a formal hedge, standalone specimen plant, or container accent for patios and entryways. Train it into topiary shapes or grow it as a single-trunk tree in confined spaces. Its compact size makes it ideal for small yards, Mediterranean-style gardens, and arid landscapes where water conservation matters.

Specifications

Height: 8–12 feet
Width: 6–8 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
Sun: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
Water: Low once established
Soil: Well-drained
USDA Zones: 8–11

Why Homeowners Love It

• Exceptional drought tolerance reduces watering needs after establishment
• Compact growth habit fits tight spaces and container gardens
• Deep green leaves with silvery undersides provide year-round color and texture
• Performs reliably in intense heat and challenging growing conditions

Planting & Care

Plant your Little Ollie in full sun with well-drained soil, digging a hole one and a half to two times the size of the root ball. For container growing, use a pot twice the size of the root ball with drainage holes. Water weekly during the first growing seasons, checking soil moisture two to three inches down before watering. Once established, reduce watering frequency significantly. Apply general-purpose fertilizer in spring before new growth appears, and prune away dead or damaged branches during winter months.