Olive trees tend to thrive with plenty of sun and good drainage. A few basics can set them up well:

• Sun: Aim for full sun—more direct light generally means stronger growth.
• Soil & drainage: Use fast-draining soil and pots with drainage holes to help prevent soggy roots.
• Water: Water when the top inch of soil feels dry; established trees are relatively drought-tolerant.
• Climate: Warm, dry summers are ideal. In cooler regions, containers that can be moved indoors during cold snaps can help.
• Airflow: Light airflow can support overall plant health.

You’ll find live olive trees for containers or landscapes on Walmart.com, so you can choose what fits your space and climate.

Both options can work—it depends on your climate, space, and goals. Here’s a quick comparison to help you decide:

• In ground: Good for mild-winter areas with full sun and well-drained soil. Trees may grow larger and establish deeper roots.
• In pots: Great for patios and colder regions because you can move plants to shelter when temperatures drop. Containers also help manage size.
• Container tips: Choose a pot with drainage holes and use a well-draining mix. Refresh soil and size up gradually as roots fill the pot.

Either way, consistent light, drainage, and thoughtful watering can support healthy growth. You can browse live plants and decorative planters on Walmart.com.

Olive trees generally do best in warmer parts of the U.S. with mild winters, lots of sun, and dry-to-moderate humidity. Many gardeners in warmer coastal and southern regions plant them in the landscape. In cooler areas, growing in containers is a popular approach:

• Warm regions: Landscape planting can be an option when winters are not severe.
• Cooler regions: Containers let you enjoy olives on a patio in summer and shift them indoors to a bright spot when hard freezes threaten.
• Light: Full sun is helpful wherever you grow.

Results vary by microclimate and care, so it’s a good idea to match your choice to local conditions. Walmart.com offers live trees suitable for indoor and outdoor setups.

Olive trees can be beginner-friendly if you’re comfortable with sun-loving, drought-tolerant plants. Keeping a few fundamentals in mind may help:

• Light first: Place in full sun or the brightest indoor spot available.
• Drainage matters: Use fast-draining soil and containers with drainage holes to avoid soggy roots.
• Water wisely: Let the top inch of soil dry between waterings; adjust with seasons.
• Prune lightly: Occasional shaping helps manage size, especially in containers.
• Patience: Growth and fruiting can be gradual, depending on variety, climate, and care.

Many varieties offered are self-fertile, and some are noted as low-maintenance in product listings. With consistent conditions, new growers often find olives rewarding.

They’re different plants with different purposes, and both appear on this page:

• Olive (Olea europaea): A true olive tree that can produce edible olives under suitable conditions. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can be grown in-ground or in containers.
• Tea olive (Osmanthus fragrans): An evergreen shrub prized for its sweetly fragrant flowers. It’s ornamental and not grown for olives.

Choose a fruiting olive if you want the potential for olives, or a tea olive if you’re after fragrance and foliage. Product titles on Walmart.com typically indicate “olive tree” or “tea olive,” making it easier to pick the right plant for your goals.