A deadly plant disease affecting olive trees across Europe could cause losses of more than £20bn over the next 50 years, researchers said. The bacteria Xylella fastidiosa, which is spread by insects ...

Olive-tree importers say they have never found any ectotherms (cold-blooded mammals) on their consignments. Jason Hales of supplier Villaggio Verde says his olive-growing partners in Spain have more ...

Do you want your garden to feel like a Mediterranean haven all summer long? Then it's time to brush up on your pruning skills and keep your olive trees fruitful and healthy this season. While you may ...

An olive tree can actually live quite happily with very little pruning. A trim when needed, especially for the Lollipop or Pom Pom variety of olive tree, will do them wonders and keep them looking ...