Olives are one of the world's most consumed fruits. Whether it is eating the fruit itself or turning it into oil, the olive tree has been around for thousands of years. Yet, it has only been since the 1800's that the olive tree has found its way onto American soil. While most of the production of olives is found in California, the truth is that many gardens can sustain this type of tree. Thus, making your own olive oil is quite possible.
Before you do add the tree to your garden, there are a few things you should know. The
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