Why a Faux Olive Tree Beats the Real Thing Every Time

We've been selling artificial plants for years now, and if there's one question we get constantly at Designer Plants, it's this: "Will it look fake?" When it comes to our faux olive tree collection, honestly, people struggle to tell the difference until they touch the leaves.

Olive trees have that timeless Mediterranean look everyone wants. Those silvery green leaves, the textured bark, the whole vibe. But here's what nobody tells you before you buy a real one: they're absolute nightmares to keep alive indoors.

Why Real Olive Trees Don't Work Indoors

Real olive trees need full sun. Not just bright light. Actual direct sunlight for most of the day. Most Australian homes can't provide that, especially not where you'd actually want to put a feature tree. They're also fussy about watering. Too much and the roots rot. Too little and the leaves drop everywhere.

Then there's the toxic issue. Real olive trees contain oleuropein, which makes dogs and cats seriously sick. We've had customers contact us after their pets got ill, desperately looking for a safe alternative. That's usually how they find our artificial options.

Pruning is another hassle. Real olive trees need constant shaping, or they grow wild and straggly. And if they fruit indoors, you've got olives dropping on your floor, creating a mess.

What Makes Our Faux Olive Trees Different

At Designer Plants, we only stock faux olive tree options that pass the close up test. The leaves have natural colour variation, not that uniform plastic green you see on cheap fakes. The bark texture looks weathered and real. Some varieties include olives for extra authenticity.

Different sizes work for different spaces. Small trees suit side tables or shelves. Medium ones fill corners beautifully. Our full height versions make stunning statement pieces in entryways or living rooms.

Zero Maintenance, Maximum Impact

Here's your entire care routine: dust it occasionally. Maybe wipe the leaves with a damp cloth every few months. That's it. No watering schedules, no fertiliser, no pest control, no seasonal leaf drop.

They work brilliantly in spots where real plants fail. Dark corners, air conditioned offices, bathrooms with no windows. Anywhere you want that Mediterranean aesthetic without the stress of keeping something alive.

Perfect for Australian Homes

Our faux olive trees handle Australian conditions beautifully. The heat doesn't affect them. They don't dry out in air conditioning. Many come UV treated, so they're fine in bright sunlight without fading. Try putting a real indoor olive tree in direct sun and watch what happens.

We ship Australia wide, and the trees arrive ready to display. Unbox, position, done. Ten years later, they'll look identical to day one.

Browse our complete range of realistic faux olive trees at Designer Plants. Get that Mediterranean look without killing another plant.