The olive tree growing season will vary from country to country and growing conditions. However, the olive tree can grow in various climates, from hot and dry to cool and moist. The olive tree can grow in various climates, from hot and dry to cool and moist. However, the optimal growing conditions for the olive tree are in a warm and sunny climate with well-drained soil. And surprisingly, olive trees can bear fruit in the UK climate too, if the summer is mild with plenty of sun.
Olive tree growing season
The olive tree has a long growing season, which can vary depending on the climate and where it is grown. In general, olive trees begin to produce new growth in the spring, around March or April, when the weather warms up. During this time, the tree will produce new shoots, flowers, and leaves.
When do olive trees flower?
The flowering period typically lasts for about two to three weeks. And during this time the tree will produce small, white flowers that will eventually develop into olives. After flowering, the tree enters a period of rapid fruit development, which can last from May to July.
When are olives ready to pick?
The fruit will grow throughout the summer and autumn and ripen in mid-winter. The olives can be picked when green but are fully ripe when they turn black.
Once the olives are harvested, the tree enters a period of dormancy. This is where growth slows down and the tree conserves its energy for the next growing season. The olive tree will remain dormant throughout the winter months, until the warmer temperatures of spring trigger new growth. And then the start of a new growing season can begin!
Here at the Norfolk Olive Tree Company, we have a wide variety of olive trees that will flourish in the UK.
