Olea Europaea “Piel Elefante Ejemplar”

• Botanical Name: Olea europaea ‘Piel Elefante Ejemplar’
• Common Name: Elephant Skin Olive Tree
• Mature Height: 10-15 feet (3-4.5 meters) can be maintained smaller with pruning
• Mature Spread: 10-15 feet (3-4.5 meters)
• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-draining soil; prefers sandy or loamy soils but is adaptable to various soil types
• Water Needs: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Foliage: Evergreen, lance-shaped leaves with a silvery-green color and a leathery texture
• Trunk: Notable for its thick, deeply textured bark that resembles elephant skin, providing a dramatic visual effect

Uses:

• Ornamental: Adds a unique and dramatic element to gardens, landscapes, and decorative plantings with its distinctive elephant skin-like trunk.
• Container Planting: Suitable for growing in large pots or containers, making it ideal for patios, balconies, and indoor environments.
• Landscape Feature: Serves as a focal point or standout feature in landscape designs due to its exceptional trunk texture.

Benefits:

• Unique Trunk Texture: The elephant skin-like bark provides a visually striking and dramatic effect.
• Edible Fruit: Produces olives that can be harvested for culinary use or for making olive oil.
• Drought-Tolerant: Adaptable to dry conditions once established, making it a low-maintenance option.
• Versatile: Suitable for a variety of planting scenarios, including decorative pots, landscape features, and formal gardens.

The Olea europaea ‘Piel Elefante Ejemplar’ is a visually impressive cultivar that adds an element of intrigue and sophistication to any garden or landscape. Its unique elephant skin-like trunk, combined with classic olive tree characteristics and adaptability to different conditions, makes it a valuable and attractive addition to both indoor and outdoor settings.