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Kalamata Olive 200MM

Olea europaea 'Kalamata'

I am Kalamata Olive. My family originated from northern Greece.

Habit Tree - Most Popular Table Olive
Plant family Oleaceae
I am a one of the world’s most popular table olives prized for my intense flavour compared to other varieties of black olive. I also contain lots of healthy fats (especially monounsaturated fats), minerals, vitamin E, and other antioxidants. I respond well to pruning and can be easily maintained at heights ranging from 2-8m tall with an annual cutback. I have dark glossy green leaves with silver under sides. I am a very hardy tree that thrives in Mediterranean conditions and looks great as a feature specimen, avenue or hedge. I can also be trained to grow as an espalier or a standard tree. I am a great choice for an ornamental screening hedge with the bonus of a bountiful harvest.
I am popular and will make you happy because...
Ripening in autumn I am prized for my intense flavour making me the most popular of table olives
I make a great screening hedge or windbreak particularly in exposed locations
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: 8m Width: 5m(Can be kept trimmed to Height: 2m Width: 2m)(Size at point of sale approx. 75cm including pot)
Water needs: Low (once established)Water well when in flower and during fruit set in summer to maximise production
I am enjoy deep well drained soils but perform well in most soils including those that are poor and infertile
Frost tolerance: High

Plant features

Fruiting / edible Coastal tolerant White flowers Green On Top, White Underneath foliage Flowers Sep-Oct
Council planting lists On 1 council list

The species Olea europaea is on these council lists. Councils usually mean plants grown from local seed, so check whether a selected form like this one suits your project.

  • 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

For reliable crops apply citrus fertiliser in autumn with a light winter prune to maintain a convenient height

Suggested spacing: 3m apart.

Full Sun (6+ hours of direct sun)

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

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Ask your retailer for Kalamata Olive by Southern Plants. Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Availability in individual stores varies; contact your retailer before visiting.
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Kalamata Olive

Olea europaea 'Kalamata'

Home Harvest™ · Southern Plants

Pot size: 200mm

Product code: OLEKAL20S

Barcode: 9319711058028

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.