
Black Olive Tree (Bucida buceras): A Living Tribute of Strength and Serenity
Why You’ll Love the Black Olive Tree:
- Elegant Form: Distinctive tiered branching and small, glossy leaves create a sculptural, bonsai-like appearance.
- Evergreen Beauty: Retains lush foliage year-round, offering continuous greenery and serenity.
- Symbol of Strength: Represents endurance, peace, and quiet reflection - an ideal tribute to a cherished life.
- Indoor or Patio Perfect: Thrives in bright indoor spaces or warm outdoor climates.
Easy Care Tips:
This elegant tree is low-maintenance yet deeply rewarding to grow.
- Light: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight; can tolerate full sun once acclimated.
- Water: Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged; allow top inch to dry between waterings.
- Soil: Plant in well-draining, rich potting mix.
- Pruning: Light trimming helps maintain its graceful, sculptural form.
- Hardiness: Best suited for USDA Zones 10–11; move indoors during cold months in cooler regions.
What’s Not Included (But Helpful):
To ensure your tree thrives, you’ll also want:
- An additional bag of potting soil (for planters)
- A saucer tray (for indoor or patio use)
- 1–2 bags of mulch (for outdoor planting)
- Gardening gloves, a watering can or hose, and a wheeled dolly (for rotating larger planters)
Honor Your Loved One in a Way That Lives On
The Black Olive Tree’s enduring beauty and quiet strength make it a powerful symbol of love and remembrance. Over time, it grows into a living reminder that peace, connection, and memory can continue to thrive - long after loss. A graceful, slow-growing evergreen that is easy to care for, the Black Olive tree is a meaningful way to celebrate life, memory, and connection as a living memorial for your pet. With its fine, feathery leaves and sculptural form, this mediterranean beauty grows gracefully in a planter environment, offering year-round beauty and a peaceful presence.
Optional Cremation Use - The Treebute® Method
For those wishing to include cremation ashes, each Treebute Kit offers the option to add our Treebute® organic soil blend. This scientifically formulated mixture balances the naturally high pH and sodium levels in cremated remains, safely transforming them into a nourishing foundation for your tree. It’s a gentle, healing option if and when the time feels right.