{"product_id":"olive-olea-europaea-californian-queen","title":"OLIVE \/ Olea europaea 'Californian Queen'","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalifornian Queen Olive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"341\" data-end=\"356\"\u003eOlea europaea\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Californian Queen’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily: \u003c\/strong\u003eOleaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eMediterranean-type cultivar (widely grown in California \u0026amp; Australia)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen fruiting tree (can be kept shrub-sized with pruning)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"879\"\u003e‘Californian Queen’ is a classic table olive variety that performs exceptionally well in Adelaide and South Australian climates. With its soft silver-green foliage, sculptural branching and reliable fruiting in warm, dry summers, it brings authentic Mediterranean character to SA gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003eWell suited to feature planting, productive hedging or large pots, this variety is known for its large, meaty olives that ripen from green to deep purple-black in late summer to autumn. Tough, long-lived and highly adaptable, it thrives in sun, heat and coastal exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–8 m H × 4–6 m W unpruned; easily maintained at 2–4 m with pruning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30-50 cm per year under good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Narrow, leathery leaves in grey-green to silver-green tones with pale silvery undersides; evergreen with soft olive hues in new growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small creamy-white flower sprays in late spring (wind-pollinated)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large green olives maturing to purple-black in late summer–autumn; primarily a table olive. Partially self-fertile but heavier crops with pollinisers such as ‘Manzanillo’ or ‘Frantoio’ nearby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Year-round silver foliage, spring bloom, autumn fruit and attractive gnarled bark with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers attract some insects; birds may feed on fruit (netting may be required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent drought tolerance once established; Excellent heat tolerance; High wind tolerance; Strong coastal tolerance (handles salt and wind); Frost hardy once established; Tolerates clay soils if well-drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hedge\/row: space 1–1.5 m apart (clipped); Feature\/avenue tree: 4–6 m apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally non-toxic; avoid pets ingesting pits (choking hazard)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (minimum 6 hours daily) for best fruiting and compact growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained loam, sandy loam or improved clay; thrives in alkaline and limestone soils common in Adelaide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Establishment: 2 deep soaks\/week for 8–12 weeks. Established: deep soak every 2–3 weeks in summer (weekly in heatwaves); minimal winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune after harvest or in late winter to shape and open canopy; Light summer trimming if maintained as a hedge; Feed lightly in early spring; add lime\/dolomite if soils are very acidic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50-100+ years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for Mediterranean and temperate South Australia, including coastal Adelaide and inland plains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral to alkaline preferred; tolerant of slightly acidic soils if well-drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeature tree in courtyards or lawns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProductive hedge or screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMediterranean-style gardens and gravel landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvenue or driveway planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge statement pots in sunny patios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Californian Queen’ combines timeless Mediterranean beauty with edible harvests. Tough, drought-hardy and long-lived, it’s perfectly suited to Adelaide gardens seeking a silver-leaved feature tree that delivers both style and substance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"250mm Pot","offer_id":49025659535612,"sku":"OLIV-OLEA-EURO-CALI-250MM","price":72.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"300mm Pot","offer_id":48712209662204,"sku":"OLIV-OLEA-EURO-CALI-300MM","price":120.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/olive-olea-europaea-californian-queen-250mm-pot-adelaide-plant-co.jpg?v=1777288162","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/olive-olea-europaea-californian-queen","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}