Olive Trees vs. Black Olive Trees Confused about the difference between an Olive Tree and a Black Olive Tree? While they both have an elegantly airy look, there are a few notable differences if you're considering which one to add to your space: Light The Olive Tree, or Olea Europea, hails from the Mediterranean. As such, it loves the sun. That's why this plant is best placed outdoors to bask in the sunlight as much as possible. The Black Olive Tree, however, is a little less picky in this regard-- while it requires some direct sunlight, it is more adaptable to indoor environments, perhaps why it's often commonly referred to as Shady Lady! Water The Olive Tree is a drought-tolerant plant, while the Black Olive Tree prefers a more frequent watering routine. Either way, they're both living plants, and regular watering is a must. Love With proper care, the Olive Tree will produce real fruit (AKA olives!), but contrary to its name, the Black Olive Tree will not. You might be wondering why it's called a Black Olive Tree if it doesn't produce olives. The reason is that this plant is the perfect indoor lookalike to the outdoor Olive Tree, and can bring that laidback Mediterranean look to your living room, bedroom or any other indoor area that needs a striking piece of greenery. | 
