3 things gardeners need to do when an olive tree sheds its leaves & it'll grow back healthier and bigger afterwards
However, following these three tips can help to revitalise your plant, leaving it even bigger and healthier than before.
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One green-fingered enthusiast shared their concerns over their olive tree in the Facebook group Gardening On A Budget Official.
"Why are my olive trees losing their leaves?" the poster asked their fellow gardening fans.
The comments section was filled with a wide variety of advice, however the same three suggestions popped up repeatedly.
Gardener tips
First, gardeners recommended popping your olive tree in the shade, if possible.
Whether this involves strategically planning out your garden set-up or simply dragging a pot from one are to another, this step can make all the difference in your tree's health.
Next, you should focus on watering your olive tree well, making sure your plants have sufficient drainage.
Avoid under or overwatering the plant, as this can also lead to issues from leaves to roots.
The final piece of advice is slightly more unusual, however gardening pros swear by it.
They suggest giving your olive tree tomato feed to help nourish the plant.
This is particularly handy when your olive tree is growing in a container.
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If your plant needs a boost during the growing season, use this tonic as a supplementary feed.
Olive tree
While olive trees are relatively low maintenance, tolerating poor soil conditions and infrequent watering, it is important to help them where you can.
Insufficient sunlight, improper watering, and lack of nutrients are the main reasons for poor growing conditions.
This backs up the three gardening tips as the best course of action to take when it comes to your plants.
Following these steps can not only save your olive tree, it may leave them looking bigger and healthier than ever.
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