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Olea europaea
Regan Hall Dr., in the median of the roadway
The olive tree is a small, slow growing, evergreen tree with grey green foliage and edible fruit (when properly cured).
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Botanical Name:
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Olea europaea
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Common Name:
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olive tree
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Location:
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Regan Hall Dr., in the median of the roadway
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Family:
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Oleaceae
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Sunset Zones:
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8, 9, 11-24, H1, H2
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Native Range:
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Mediterranean
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Habitat:
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Prefers deep, rich soil, and hot dry summers.
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General Habit:
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Evergreen, grows to 25-30 ft. tall, gray-green foliage with smooth gray trunk.
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Notes:
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There are fruiting and non-fruiting varieties. Fruit needs proper curing before eating.
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