Olives can be considered relatively fast-growing when young, but their growth rate slows significantly as they mature.
Here's a breakdown of their growth habits:
- Young Olives (First Few Years): With proper care, including adequate watering and fertilization, young olive trees exhibit relatively rapid growth.
- Mature Olives: As the trees age, their growth rate slows considerably. However, they are incredibly long-lived and continue to produce fruit for hundreds of years, sometimes even up to 1000 years.
In summary, while young olive trees can grow at a decent pace, their growth slows with age, but they more than make up for it with their longevity and fruit production.
