Olive trees are prized for their silver-green foliage, gnarled character, and of course—delicious fruit and oil. They thrive in hot, dry climates once established, but bare root olive trees need careful watering in the first few months to succeed.

In this guide, you’ll learn exactly how to water your olive tree before and after planting, how to manage dry conditions, and the best practices to help it establish strong, deep roots for a lifetime of productivity.

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🪣 Before Planting: Soak the Roots

When your bare root olive tree arrives from Ty Ty Plant Nursery, LLC, begin by soaking the roots in clean water for 4–12 hours.

This essential first step:

• Rehydrates the root system after shipping,
• Wakes the tree from dormancy,
• Reduces transplant stress and improves survival rates.

💡 Do not soak longer than 24 hours. Plant promptly after soaking for best results.

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🌱 Step 1: Water Thoroughly After Planting

After planting, give your olive tree a slow, deep soak to:

• Settle the soil around the roots,
• Eliminate air pockets,
• Deliver critical hydration to trigger root growth.

✅ For best results, mix in Soil Moist Transplant Mix at planting. It acts like a water reservoir, slowly releasing moisture right where your young olive tree needs it most—especially helpful in dry or fast-draining soils.

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🗓️ Weeks 1–2: Frequent Watering to Establish Roots

During the first two weeks:

• Water every 2–3 days, depending on temperature and rainfall.
• Keep the soil consistently moist—but not soggy.
• Wilting, curling, or drooping leaves are signs of dehydration—don’t wait to water.

💧 Olive trees are drought-tough later, but they need plenty of moisture early on to anchor and expand their roots.

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🗓️ Weeks 3–8: Deep Watering, Less Often

Once your tree begins to leaf out and establish:

• Water once or twice per week, depending on climate and drainage.
• Water deeply to encourage deep root growth that supports long-term drought tolerance.
• Add 2–3 inches of mulch around the base (but keep it a few inches away from the trunk) to conserve moisture and reduce weeds.

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☀️ Drought Conditions: Support While Young

While olive trees are renowned for their drought tolerance, young bare root trees are still vulnerable in their first season.

During drought:

• Water deeply twice per week, using 1–2 gallons per session.
• Water early in the morning or late evening to minimize evaporation.
• Use Soil Moist Transplant Mix and mulch to stretch moisture between watering sessions.

🌿 Letting a young olive tree dry out in the first 8 weeks can result in transplant failure or slowed growth for seasons to come.

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🌳 Where’s the Best Place to Buy Bare Root Olive Trees?

That’s simple—Ty Ty Plant Nursery, LLC

Here’s why:

• ✅ Top-quality bare root olive trees ready to thrive in your climate
• ✅ Fast shipping ensures timely planting
• ✅ Lowest prices on both fruiting and ornamental varieties
• ✅ FREE 1-Year Plantsurance Guarantee
      → Store credit if your tree doesn’t survive
      → Zero Stress. All Success.

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