Olive

Durability: Olivewood is moderately durable and is susceptible to termite but somewhat resistant to fungi. Uses: It has been used since ancient times for small… Read More »Is Olive Wood Good For Building?

Olive wood is one of Natural Smoke’s personal favourites. It is a mild flavour and good for beef, pork and poultry. Or for something a… Read More »Can You Use Olive Wood For Smoking?

Olive wood is used because it is easier to carve than other woods and could be done accurately with simple hand tools. Also, it has… Read More »Is Olive Wood Good For Carving?

How to Care for Your Olive Wood Knives Do Not Put It in the Dishwasher. Applying Oil to the Wooden Handle. Avoid Direct Sunlight. Wash… Read More »How Do You Care For An Olive Wood Knife Handle?

Russian olive trees make dense, slow-burning firewood. Russian olive trees were recommended for many years as natural windbreaks, but have fallen out of favor in… Read More »Can You Burn Olive Trees?

Olive wood comes from two tree species: Olea euro paea and Olea capensis. These are evergreen, flowering, hardwood species native to Europe and Africa. Is… Read More »Is Olive Tree Wood A Hardwood?

Olive trees are tough, but one thing that can knock them out is wet feet. “Normally water once a week, say 10 to 20 litres.… Read More »Are Olive Trees Tough?

Olive trees aren’t fragile but can be subject to several diseases caused by fungi and insects. Are olive trees delicate? We love olive trees because… Read More »Are Olive Trees Fragile?

Olive trees require very specific growing conditions. They must have a hot summer and a cool winter. The winter cannot be too cool, though. Between… Read More »How Does An Olive Tree Flourish?

Traditionally, olive trees were planted at a spacing of more than 30ft (7m). This is no longer popular anywhere in the world except for desert… Read More »Are Olives Grown In Orchards?