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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Drew Swainston

Are olive trees drought-tolerant? Experts reveal the resilience of olives – and how to have the best watering regime

Olive tree in a backyard bed

Olive trees are ideally suited to hot and dry climates and can be very versatile plants for any backyard. They can grow in beds or borders, and are one of the best trees for small gardens, while they can even be grown as an indoor fruit tree.

Compact in size, slow-growing, evergreen, and very statuesque, olive trees can be simple to maintain. They do not need lots of watering once established and even just simple olive tree pruning can help to control the shape and even help your chances of getting a harvest of olives. 

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