Artificial plants have come a long way, and olive trees are having a big comeback in the interior design world as a favorite home décor plant. I love Olive trees for their subtle look and delicate, silvery leaves. They complement so many home décor styles, think farmhouse, modern, and contemporary, you can’t go wrong.

The Symbolism of Olive Trees

The Olive tree is one of the most beloved, sacred trees symbolizing peace, wisdom, and tranquility. Traditionally, the Olive tree is a symbol of peace and friendship, this association began in ancient Greece, as early as the fifth century. It is also a symbol of reconciliation, cleansing, and healing.

Choosing the Right Faux Olive Tree

When it comes to choosing the perfect faux olive tree, there are a few things to consider. Look for high-quality materials, realistic leaves, and a sturdy base. You want your faux olive tree to look like the real deal, without the maintenance.

Styling Your Faux Olive Tree

Whatever you do, place your faux olive tree into some type of larger container, whether it be a basket, a cement planter, or a FRP planter. You need to hide that small planter or everyone will know it’s a fake plant. I found my basket at Hobby Lobby.

Sometimes I will elevate the tree just a little bit more by placing a box inside my container and placing the tree onto the box. Then I use leftover packing material to stabilize the tree, bubble wrap is perfect for this. Once I’m about 2-3 inches from the top of the planter I like to add a touch of a real, natural element. The best way to do this is by adding soil, pebble rocks, or moss, each will give your artificial plant an added hint of nature.

FRP Planters: The Perfect Companion for Your Faux Olive Tree

FRP planters are a great option for your faux olive tree. They are durable, lightweight, and easy to clean. Plus, they come in a variety of styles and designs to fit your home décor. For a modern look, try a sleek and minimalist FRP planter. For a more rustic look, try a distressed or vintage-inspired FRP planter.

Top 10 Faux Olive Trees for Your Living Room

Here are the top 10 faux olive trees for your living room, each with its unique features and benefits:

1. Amazon's Best Seller: This 10-foot artificial tree has become one of my favorite new home finds! It's perfect for any space and comes with a 5% off coupon for the 10 ft tree, and a 10% off coupon for the 6 ft tree!
2. Williams Sonoma's Stunning Vertical Accent: This faux tree is great for indoor and outdoor use and comes with delicate branches, silvery green leaves, and olives.
3. Birchlane's Lush and Green: Available in a variety of sizes, customers love this tree for its realistic branches and affordability.
4. Sofia Quintero's Favorite: This tree is best for indoor use and comes with branches that are easy to bend and style.
5. Chris Loves Julia's Real and Faux Options: A couple years ago, Chris Loves Julia did a post on olive trees being the new fiddle leaf. Now, fast forward a couple years and they are a lot more mainstream and there are some really great faux and real options out there!

Where to Place Your Artificial Trees

We all know real plants need natural light to survive, so to pass off your beautiful faux olive trees as real is to place them somewhere in your indoor space where light flows through to show off their natural beauty. They make great additions to your office space, dining room, living room, or even your master bedroom.