Desert Olive

Forestiera shrevei

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Oleaceae
Genus:
Forestiera
Species:
Forestiera shrevei

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Shrub , Tree
Height:
12-20 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
jan, feb, mar, dec
Bloom Colors:
Yellow, Green
Evergreen Shrub:
Yes
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Native Range

United States: Arizona, California, New Mexico

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
well-drained, sandy loam soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
prefers open, sunny habitats

Germination Information

Pre-treatment: Cold-moist stratification for 30 days at 1–5°C (34–41°F).

Source: OpenAI GPT-4o