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Olive Bambalina 200MM

Olea europaea ‘Bambalina’

I am Olive Bambalina. My family originated from the Mediterranean.

Habit Tree - Dwarf Hedging Olive
Plant family Oleaceae
I am a dwarf hedging olive tree with a very compact habit and dense small leaved silver/grey foliage. Producing little to no fruit, I am prized for my ornamental form. Unpruned I will grow to around 3 metres (about 25% of the size of most olive trees) but responding well to frequent pruning, I am an ideal choice for topiary, bonsai and espalier and easily maintained at around 1.5m. Adaptable I am a great choice for a large pot or tub. Like most olives I am a tough plant - an ideal choice for exposed locations and coastal conditions. I tolerate frost and dry conditions well.
I am popular and will make you happy because...
Easily pruned to many shapes I am an excellent choice as a topiary, espalier, standard and in containers
With my dense foliage, minimal fruit set and good natural form I make an excellent ornamental screening hedge
Tolerant of frost, dry conditions & extremes of temperature, I am suited to exposed and coastal locations
Features
Ideal light: Full SunI thrive in full sun
Height: 2.5m Width: 1.5m(Can be kept trimmed to Height: 1.5m Width: 0.7m)(Size at point of sale approx. 75cm including pot)
Water needs: Low (once established)I need minimal water once established
I enjoy deep well drained soils but perform well in most soils including those that are poor and infertile
Frost tolerance: High

Plant features

Architectural form Coastal tolerant White flowers Grey Green foliage Flowers Sep-Nov
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  • City of Greater Dandenong

    Recommended for landscape plans: Landscape Plan Guidelines: recommended species (Medium tree, exotic) Source

From each council's website, checked 26 Oct 2026. Councils update their lists from time to time, so check the source before planting on council land or for a planning permit. Find your council's lists

Plant me:
  • In garden beds and general landscaping
  • In pots and other containers
  • As a hedge or screening plant
Tips for success

Prune me to shape from a young age when growing me as a standard or topiary

Suggested spacing: 2m apart.

Full Sun (6+ hours of direct sun)

Once established, check soil moisture and water during extended dry periods.

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Olive Bambalina

Olea europaea ‘Bambalina’

Bloc It® · Southern Plants

Pot size: 200mm

Product code: OLEBAM20S

Bunnings Fineline: 3832775

Barcode: 9319711048197

Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Ask your retailer for this Southern Plants plant and pot size; availability in individual stores varies.