Companion Plants For Olive Trees

Olive trees (Olea europaea) are a Mediterranean staple and can be found in most yards in that region. In Ancient Greece, they were held as sacred trees and considered a symbol of peace. Their wood was even used to create the Olympic torch, which would be lit every four years at the beginning of the games. Since their creation, there have been many different species of olive created through selective breeding, but the tree itself is still revered today across many cultures. If you’re thinking about growing an olive tree in your yard, here’s what to plant near it for maximum success:

Mint

Mint is a great companion plant for olive trees. Mint has been used by the Romans and Greeks to treat digestive problems, improve mood and ease headaches. Mint also helps repel insects, making it a perfect choice for your olive tree.

Mint plants are easy to grow from seeds and can be planted in pots or directly into the ground near an olive tree. Mint grows well in containers filled with soil, sand or composted manure; however be sure not to apply too much nitrogen fertilizer when fertilizing mint as it tends toward excessive growth if given too much nitrogen fertilizer (which can result in an overabundance of leaves at the expense of blooms).

Thyme

Thyme is a good companion plant for olive trees because it repels pests that attack olive trees and helps to keep the soil moist.

Thyme has tiny leaves that are covered in tiny hairs, which protect the plant from being eaten by insects. Without these hairs, the plant would be unable to survive among other plants whose leaves are easily eaten by insects.

The presence of thyme near your olive tree will help keep away some common pests such as greenflies, red spider mites and aphids.

Sage

Sage

Sage is a perennial plant with gray-green leaves and purple flowers. It’s a great companion plant for olive trees, as well as tomatoes, peppers and eggplant—just be sure to keep the sage away from the root zone of your plants because it can take over quickly!

Rosemary

Rosemary is a perennial that grows to a height of 2-3 feet and produces pinkish purple flowers. It is a natural repellent for pests, including whiteflies, aphids, and spider mites. Rosemary also improves the soil quality by increasing its pH level.

When planting rosemary near olive trees, it’s important to keep in mind that you should never plant the two plants directly next to each other as they will compete for water and nutrients. Instead, plant them at least 1 foot apart from each other so they can grow independently while still providing benefits to one another.

Alyssum

Alyssum (Lobularia maritima) is a perennial plant that can be used as a ground cover. It is often planted in areas where grass would usually grow, but it will also thrive in full sun or partial shade. The plant has tiny flowers that grow in clusters, which are usually white or cream colored with light purple tips on petals. Alyssum has small leaves that are oval shaped and greenish in color. The plant grows to be between six inches to twelve inches tall when it’s mature, although some growers have been known to let them get taller than they should be allowed too!

Alyssum makes an excellent companion for olive trees because the flowers do not attract bees at all; the bees will go right past your tree without even noticing how delicious your olives look! This means more fruit production by you without having to worry about any pests affecting what could otherwise become an abundant crop this year! Alyssum is also great for vegetable gardens because it helps suppress weeds from growing around them so no matter what kind of vegetables you’re trying out at home this year – whether they’re tomatoes or peppers – chances are good we’ll see bigger yields overall once paired with these lovely little plants!”

Lavender

Lavender is a fantastic companion plant for olive trees. It’s a flowering shrub that smells great, and it’s easy to grow! Lavender can be planted in full sun or partial shade.

In addition to being pretty, lavender repels insects such as aphids, flies and moths which can be really helpful in preventing your olive tree from getting infested with pests.

These plants are great for growing in proximity to olive trees!

Olive trees are sensitive to wind and frost, so it is best to plant them in well-drained soil that is slightly acidic. The following plants can help you achieve these conditions:

• Lavender is a perennial herb with purple or white flowers and fragrant leaves that grow up to 3 feet tall. It attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds as pollinators of your olive tree while also deterring pests like aphids and whiteflies from eating your olives before they’re ripe!
• Marigolds are annuals known for their bright yellow flowers that grow up to 2 feet tall. They help keep pests away from the soil around your olive tree by spreading out their roots deep into the ground where they attract beneficial insects that eat bad bugs on contact! Just make sure not to plant them near other plants as they’re very invasive in nature; instead use stakes or cages so you don’t accidentally spread them all over your yard when you try moving them (which will happen).

We hope you’ve enjoyed our look at some of the best plants to grow alongside your olive trees. Whether you’re cultivating an entire garden or just growing an herb patch in a window box, having a few of these plants nearby will make your olive tree very happy indeed. As always, we encourage any green-thumbed readers out there to experiment with different combinations! There are plenty more wonderful herbs and vegetables that can thrive alongside olives—and maybe by combining them all together, you can create a whole new plant entirely…