49+ Pruning Fruitless Olive Trees Background. An olive tree will recover from heavy pruning. Following are some basic concepts of pruning olive trees.
The russian olive tree or elaeagnus angustifolia is a very hardy tree prized for its feathery silver foliage. Pruning fruit trees can result in larger fruit that is easier to harvest. Olive trees prefer light pruning to severe pruning.
Some gardeners will prefer the fruitless variety to get the look of olive trees without the fruit.
Some gardeners will prefer the fruitless variety to get the look of olive trees without the fruit. Olive trees are easy to grow. They are faster growing than any other fruitless varieties such as swan hills and majestic beauty and they respond exceptionally well to pruning if you feel it is outgrowing its space. Making olives or olive oil requires dedication and equipment.