Olea Europaea, the Mediterranean Olive Tree Olea Europaea, translated to ‘European olive’ is the Latin name given to the humble olive. It might be more common to see olives sitting in our fridge than rolling Mediterranean landscapes, but have we ever thought about the history of the much loved olive? There’s a new wave of […]
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Olive Tree Symbolism
The Olive Tree is universally recognised as the tree of peace but what else does this ancient tree symbolise? “Lift me like an olive branch and be my homeward dove Dance me to the end of love” (Leonard Cohen). Rich in Meaning The Olive Tree is rich in meaning and symbolism across many cultures and […]
Choosing the right Olive Tree for you and your space.
First Things First First things first. Do you want an Olive Tree because of its sculptural evergreen beauty, or you are keen to grow an Olive tree for its fruit? With over 800 cultivars of Olive Tree if it’s fruit you’re after then getting the right variety is essential. Not all Olive Trees are self-pollinating, […]
5 reasons to add an Olive Tree to your wedding gift wish list
5 reasons to add an Olive Tree to your Wedding gift wish list. The Olive Tree otherwise known as the ‘Tree of life’ is becoming increasingly popular as a wedding gift. One of the reasons behind their new found celebrity status is James Righton musician made a very public offering of a one hundred year […]
