Description
Sculptural, elegant, and full of Mediterranean character, Olea europaea trained in a pom pom form with layered plates rather than rounded balls is a striking statement plant for the garden. With its beautifully shaped evergreen foliage and strong architectural silhouette, it brings instant structure and a calm, refined presence to any sunny space.
This trained form feels a little more contemporary and artisanal than the traditional ball shape. The layered plates create a softer, more cloud-like effect, giving the plant movement and rhythm while still keeping that clipped, considered look. At 160cm+, it has real presence from the moment it is planted, making it ideal where you want an established focal point.
Why we love it
- Beautifully trained form with layered plate-like shaping
- Evergreen silver-green foliage with timeless Mediterranean appeal
- Strong architectural presence from the moment it is planted
- A more refined, sculptural alternative to traditional pom pom balls
- Perfect for courtyards, terraces, and statement planting
Best spot in the garden
Olea europaea thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soil in a warm, sheltered position. It is especially well suited to courtyards, gravel gardens, terraces, and large containers where its shape can really be appreciated.
It works especially well for:
- Mediterranean-style gardens
- Courtyard planting
- Sunny patios and terraces
- Statement pots and containers
- Contemporary or formal garden schemes
What to expect
Supplied in a trained pom pom form with layered plates, this olive tree has a more open, sculptural silhouette than a standard rounded topiary shape. At 160cm+, it offers instant height and structure, making it a strong focal point in the garden.
Its soft silver-green foliage keeps the look light and elegant, while the trained form brings a sense of craftsmanship and maturity.
Caragh’s Garden Notebook
Olive trees have a wonderful way of making a space feel settled and sun-warmed, and this trained form adds another level of design detail. The plate-like shaping feels softer and more architectural than traditional balls, making it especially beautiful in contemporary spaces or paired with gravel, stone, and simple underplanting.
A lovely choice if you want…
- A sculptural olive tree with a more refined trained shape
- Evergreen structure with Mediterranean character
- A statement plant for a sunny terrace or courtyard
- Instant height and architectural presence




