Cartrema americana Peach County Ecotype – American Olive (B&B.DR.EVR.H.NB.OP)

Ecosystem Services:
(B)-Birds                                             (B&B)-Birds & Butterflies

(BTF)-Butterflies                             (BW)-Black Walnut Resistant

(DR)-Deer Resistant                      (DRGHT)-Drought Resistant

(EC)-Erosion Control                    (EVR)-Evergreen

(FC)-Fall Color                                 (FRG)-Fragrant

(GRD)-Groundcover                      (H)-Host plant

(HMR)-Hummingbirds                (M)-Mammals

(MTH)-Moths                                   (N)-Nectar

(NB)-Native Bees                            (NST)-Nesting Material

(OP)-Other pollinators                 (RR)-Rabbit Resistant

(SHWY)-Showy                                (SPC)-Specimen Plan

Wild olive is an evergreen, perennial shrub or small tree in the olive family (Oleaceae). It is found in maritime and inland forests of the southeastern US.  Wild olive tolerates a range of soil conditions as long as the soil is moist and well-drained. It prefers partial shade but tolerates sunnier positions if moisture is present. It takes pruning well and can be shaped as desired.

Wild olive makes a sturdy addition to a native or pollinator garden. It is suitable for a winter garden or a lightly shaded garden.

Host plant for several moth and beetle species.