Where to put a fake olive tree in a house?
In general, faux olive trees usually make a good appearance in a well-lit corner. As you can see, they also complement several other types of artificial plants. Choosing an artificial olive tree brings you a myriad of choices for decorating your home or office – especially when paired with another artificial plant. Olive trees are tougher than you think but try and choose a sunny, sheltered, well-drained position and plant in spring, after the risk of frost has passed, but before the end of June to give the tree plenty of time to establish before the following winter.Aside from their unparalleled versatility, faux olive trees come with unbeatable practicality. There’s no sunlight requirement, no watering can, and no soil mess. You get the aesthetic charm of real plants without worrying about the limited lifespan or upkeep.Olive trees are productive plants that need full sun to grow and thrive. Indoors they won’t produce flowers or fruit. If brought indoors, even into a very warm, brightly lit spot, they will struggle and are likely to be attacked by pests including scale and mealy bug.Enhance the overall aesthetic of your olive tree by incorporating other decor elements. Consider adding other low-maintenance plants, decorative rocks, or even fairy lights around the base of the trees. This layering technique adds texture and visual interest, making the arrangement more appealing.Lifelike Appearance: High-quality artificial olive trees are crafted to closely mimic the appearance of real olive trees.
Are faux olive trees worth buying?
Absolutely. A high-quality faux olive tree is a one-time purchase that delivers timeless style and beauty without ongoing maintenance. Olive trees require abundant sunlight to thrive and grow healthy. Therefore, place the pot near a window that is exposed to direct sunlight for at least six hours a day. If you don’t have a sunny window, you can use artificial grow lights that mimic natural sunlight.Olive trees are sun-loving plants and so should always be placed in direct sunlight, even during the winter months. As such, it’s no surprise that olive trees are one of the most common types of tree grown in Mediterranean areas.Mature olive trees (£300 -£600) Mature olive trees (£300 -£600) Browse our wonderful selection of hand selected trees.You will need UV-stable plastics and fade-resistant foliage to withstand sun exposure to have an artificial olive tree outdoors. Avoid silk trees if you need an artificial olive tree outdoors. They may look delicate but simply will not last.Olive trees are actually well suited to being grown in pots, especially in the UK where taking them indoors or to a protected area when the cold snaps are harsh may be necessary. The most common error is to use a pot that is too small. Olive trees require room for their roots to grow so they can be healthy.
How long will a faux olive tree last?
Even green or black fake olives look just like the real fruit. Modern imitation techniques have advanced so much that some are so realistic. You might have to touch the leaves to tell they’re fake! Long-Lasting: With proper care, faux olive trees can stay looking fresh for years. Olive trees grow slowly. The first olives appear when the tree is between 3 and 7 years old (depending on the variety). An olive tree reaches full maturity after 10 years and starts to decline in fertility after about 150 years.Unlike real trees, they do not require watering, pruning, or fertilization. This makes them an ideal choice for those with busy schedules or little gardening experience, as they can enjoy the beauty of olive trees without the hassle of regular care.We advise watering newly planted olive trees every third day for the first two weeks. Then, cut back the watering to once weekly after the first two weeks. If you have a mature olive tree, in summer it will need watering every 3-5 Days if keeping in a pot.Some varieties, such as Arbequina and Koroneiki might begin fruiting in about 3 years. Other cultivars do not make fruit until they are five to twelve years old. Most olive cultivars will not produce fruit without a pollinator tree of a different cultivar.The oldest known olive tree is 1500 years old, but the average life span is 500 years. Olive trees are loved for their fruits, eaten fresh or brined and pressed into oil. But not all olive trees bear olives.