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Little Ollie® Dwarf Olive: Bushy Non-Fruiting Evergreen for Hedges

Little Ollie® Dwarf Olive

A bushy, multi-stemmed evergreen shrub that makes a neat appearance. This dwarf, non-fruiting olive displays attractive dark green leaves and is heat, drought, and salt tolerant. Excellent for hedges. Photo credit: Doreen Wynja.

Growing Conditions

Full Sun
Low Water Needs
Height: 3–5 feet
Spread: 4–7 feet

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