After Lily of the Valley... the Olive Blossom!
It’s in May that the phenomenon of olive tree pollination occurs.
The blooming lasts about a week and depends entirely on weather conditions. Olive blossoms do not attract bees; it is the wind that carries the pollen!
Rain, excessive humidity, strong winds, or a lack of wind all hinder pollination.
Did you know? Only 5 to 10% of the flowers result in olives!
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From Olive to Tin – Episode 5
From the ripening of the fruit to oil extraction, discover the different stages that transform an olive into exceptional olive oil.
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At the Heart of the Olive - Episode 4
Before becoming an oil-bearing olive, the fruit first develops its pit and gradually grows its flesh. Discover an essential stage in the secret life of an olive.
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The Birth of an Olive – Episode 3
A flower has been fertilized. A tiny fruit begins to appear. Discover fruit set and why the olive tree naturally drops some of its young fruits.
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