Hey there, let me tell you about taking care of these potted olive trees. It ain’t rocket science, but you gotta know a thing or two to keep ’em happy. Let’s talk about potted olive tree temperature range. Temperature, see, that’s the key to keeping these trees alive and kickin’.
Keepin’ it Warm
Now, these olive trees, they like it warm. Not too hot, not too cold. Just right, like Goldilocks’ porridge. If you keep ’em where it’s between 60 and 85 degrees, they’ll be happy as a clam. Mine seem to do real good when it’s around 70 to 80. They just love that sweet spot. Keep that in mind when you’re thinking about where to put your potted olive tree. The right olive tree temperature will make sure they grow good and strong.
When it gets too cold, you know, like below 60, they start to get a little fussy. And if it gets freezing, oh boy, you better watch out! They don’t like that one bit. I heard some folks say their trees can handle down to 15 degrees, but I ain’t never tried it. I always bring mine inside, put them somewhere warmer when it starts getting close to freezing. I don’t like my trees freezing.
Sun’s Out, Olives Out
Sunlight, that’s another thing. These trees, they’re sun worshippers. They need their sun, just like we need our morning coffee. Make sure they get at least six hours of good sunlight every day. Eight is even better, if you can swing it. They will not be happy if they don’t have enough light.
If you’re keepin’ them indoors, put ’em by a window that faces south. That way, they get the most sun. I learned that the hard way. Had one tree that wasn’t gettin’ enough light, and it started lookin’ real sad. Droopy leaves, not growin’ much. Soon as I moved it to a sunnier spot, it perked right up. My trees are all placed near the windows now, so they can get enough sunlight.
Winter is Coming
- When winter rolls around, you gotta be extra careful.
- If you’re in a place where it gets real cold, you might need to bring your potted olive tree inside.
- Find a spot that’s still sunny but not too warm.
- Maybe a porch or a sunroom.
- They still need their light, even in winter.
- But you don’t want ’em gettin’ too cozy.
- Just keep ’em from freezin’, and they’ll be alright.
I always put mine in the old shed. It ain’t heated, but it keeps the frost off. And there’s a little window in there, so they still get some light. They seem to do just fine in there. And if it is too cold, I cover them up.
Watch Out for Drafts
You also gotta watch out for drafts. These trees, they don’t like a cold breeze. If you’ve got ’em near a door or a window that’s drafty, that can cause problems. The cold air can stress ’em out, make ’em drop their leaves. You want to make sure they don’t get cold drafts on them, especially in the winter.
I had one tree that was near the back door, and every time we opened it, it would get a blast of cold air. It started lookin’ real sickly. I moved it away from the door, and it got better right away. So, keep ’em away from those drafts.
Don’t Let ‘Em Dry Out
Now, about waterin’. These olive trees, they don’t like to be too wet. But they don’t like to be too dry, either. You gotta find that happy medium. I usually water mine when the soil feels dry to the touch. I stick my finger in about an inch, and if it’s dry, I give ’em a good drink. But if it’s wet, they don’t need water.
And make sure the pot has good drainage. You don’t want the roots sittin’ in water. That can cause all sorts of problems, like root rot. That’s a real headache, let me tell ya. So, make sure the water can drain out properly. You know, too much water is not good, but too little is not good either.
Watch for Signs of Trouble
Keep an eye on your trees. They’ll tell you if they’re not happy. If the leaves start to wilt or turn yellow, that’s a sign something’s wrong. It could be too much water, not enough water, not enough sun, or maybe it’s too cold. Check on them and see what they need.
I had one tree that started lookin’ real sad. The leaves were droopy, and it wasn’t growin’ much. I checked the soil, and it was bone dry. I gave it a good waterin’, and it perked right up. So, pay attention to what your trees are tellin’ ya.
Just Common Sense
Takin’ care of these potted olive trees, it ain’t that hard. Just use your common sense. Keep ’em warm, but not too warm. Give ’em plenty of sun, but not too much. Water ’em when they need it, but don’t drown ’em. And watch out for drafts and cold weather. Just like us, they need some love and care. If you treat them right, your olive tree will grow well.
