About Desert Olive
- Plant Family: Oleaceae
- Plant Type: Small tree
- Height by Width: 8-9' H x 5-8' W
- Growth Habit: Upright, multi-branched
- Deciduous/Evergreen: Winter-deciduous
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Soil Preference: Well-draining, rocky
- Water Requirements: Drought-tolerant to moderate
- Cold Hardy to: 10 degrees F
- Flower Season: Spring
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Endangered?: Not listed
- Distribution: Southwestern United States and northern Mexico
- Natural Habitat: Streambanks, canyons, and desert washes. Elevation: 300'-5400'
Photo Credit: Steve Matson via Calscape