The Olive Log
Expert advice from professional growers Cary & Jean Cloud.Our latest entry:
Olive Trees in Florida — a Brief History
02.21.2010
Yes, it's true. You can grow Olive Trees in Florida and in many locations outside traditional olive growing regions!
Professional nurserymen Jean & Cary Cloud of Olive Tree Growers have been growing olives in Florida since 1989.Mission Statement:
Our mission is to provide the highest quality olive trees for the home gardener and for other entities such as churches, botanical gardens, restaurants and businesses interested in enhancing their properties with olive trees and to remain available after the sale for problem-solving and guidance.
Shop online, at the olive tree nursery in Dunnellon, Florida by appointment, or at one of our events (see our Schedule page for an event near you).
Olive Tree Growers, Inc. is a member of the California Olive Oil Council
Why Olive Trees?
These beautiful, durable trees can add beauty to your garden, and value to your home or business property. Some of the benefits of olive trees include:* Beauty
* Durability
* Longevity
* Classic cultural association
* Table fruit and oil
* Fine hardwoods
* Drought resistance
Click here to learn more planting and care of olive trees.