National Tree Day - The 31st of July -- I have chosen an Olive Tree

Extend an Olive Branch -   The Tree of Peace

Yes, I chose an Olive Tree for National Tree Day

Why did I chose an Olive Tree ? There are many reasons

1  --  First of all I think they are a beautiful tree, When the soft silver-green foliage rustles in the wind the pale underside of the leaves, reveal a true beauty

2 ---Olive Trees are evergreen

3 --- This tough, drought resistant trees are  famous for their delicious plump fruit, which can be picked, pickled, and enjoyed

4 --- Olive Trees are fire resistant
 5 ---I pick their branches, as they look great in a vase, with my liIIiums,, or any flower for that matter
6 ---The Olive Tree gives you oil for cooking, and oil for lighting
7 ---You might say your yard is too small for this tree, - NO, - grow them in pots, or there is also a
Miniature Olive Tree called " Arbequina "
8 --- You can topiary them, shape into balls etc.

There are Olive trees in the world over 2000 years old,  and still bearing fruit.
They date back to Ancient Greece, a crown or wreath, made of an Olive Branch, was worn by Kings etc,
and also as an honour,to be worn by winners of  very important games

Try to buy this special tree, they aren't very expensive !