
Selecting Olive Trees
Before you've chosen a location offering olive trees for sale, it is important to decide which variety you prefer. Fruitless olive trees offer lush foliage without the added work of cleaning up after fallen fruit, while fruited versions provide the benefit of providing hearty crops of olives annually. Both types require similar care. Do remember though, if choosing a fruited variety, you'll want at least two saplings to encourage a healthy crop of fruit. To give your potted tree the best start, choose one that has healthy, green foliage without any dying leaves. Avoid trees with signs of scale, tiny pests that cluster on new growth. You can easily identify them by their black coloring.Best Time to Plant Trees
For outdoor planting, the best time to plant trees is once the threat of an overnight or early morning frost has passed. Even if you choose tree pots over the ground, you'll still want to wait until outdoor temperatures are warm enough to promote healthy growth, allowing you to provide fresh sunshine and outdoor living for your olive trees.
Choosing and Preparing Tree Pots
Typically, olive trees for sale come in a container that is designed simply for temporary transport until such time as you are ready to plant it. A tree pot that is approximately two feet deep by two feet wide is a suitable size. Ideally, you should select an ornamental planting pot featuring drainage holes and place a layer of lava rock or stone in its bottom to prevent root rot.Planting Your Tree Pots
Carefully remove each tree from its container. Shake the roots gently to remove any soil, allowing you to identify damaged roots that should be removed. Place each tree in its planting pot, fill the planter with potting soil, gently tamp down the soil, and lightly water the tree.