The olive willow can, in contrast to the olive tree, thrive in our climate. This tree bears fruit, but it does not always look like olives. People mainly use it for its beautiful leaves; the top is shiny, dark green and the bottom is duller and gray. Brown or silvery-white scales are present on the branches and leaves. The shrub can handle wind well and becomes about 2 meters high and wide. It can, however, be pruned well, so that it can also be used as a leafy hedge. If it is pruned, it usually produces no flowers. Flowers appear in the fall, but they do not stand out. They are small and white. They do, however, spread a nice scent. With a little luck, red berries will appear after the winter. These berries are edible. The sour-sweet, sour fruits suitable for jam, jam and for fresh use. The protein and fat-rich seeds can be eaten raw or cooked after peeling and have a fine taste. It is best to place it in a sunny spot in fairly poor soil. It can thrive in rich soil, but then it produces fewer berries and more leaves.