olive
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Olive is a oilseed crop, a perennial. Sow it in Jul–Aug and expect to harvest in 4–6 years. It wants a pH of 6.0–8.0 (close to neutral) and 15–35°C. Plant at 6 × 6 m. A good crop returns around 4–8 t. Watch for olive fly, peacock spot.
Growing Olive6 sentences from our guides, quoted exactly
Cool Winters for 'Chilling Hours': To initiate flowering and fruit set, olive trees require a period of cold temperatures, known as 'chilling hours' (typically hours below 7°C).
The Golden Rule: From Tree to Mill in 24 Hours This is the most important rule in olive oil production.
Compared to the 1500-2000 litres of water needed to produce one kilogram of rice, olives are remarkably frugal.
Yield expectations and timeframe to production Olive trees typically begin to yield small crops in 2–4 years after planting with commercial yields achieved later, depending on variety, management and site.
Olive (Olea europaea) is a drought-tolerant, perennial tree crop suited to well-drained soils and mild winters.
Soil pH and salinity: Olives handle slightly alkaline soils (pH 7–8.5) but high salts will reduce growth and yield.
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