Olea James La Girl Extra Quality

Originating as a response to the urban gardening boom, ‘LA Girl’ is characterized by a diminutive stature, rarely exceeding 1.5 to 2 meters at maturity, making it ideal for container gardening. Unlike the gnarled, rugged appearance of ancient orchard olives, ‘LA Girl’ exhibits a more upright, yet delicate branching habit. The specific epithet ‘LA Girl’ suggests a curation process influenced by the aesthetic trends of Los Angeles—a hub for modern, minimalist landscaping where the olive tree serves as a sculptural element rather than an agricultural producer.

Olea refused to mass-produce. To her, "LA Girl" meant a spirit of innovation, but "Extra Quality" meant respecting the slow pace of nature. olea james la girl extra quality

And if you ever see a small gold tube with the words Olea James — LA Girl — Extra Quality on the shelf, you’ll know: that’s the one made for nobody else. And somehow, for everyone. Originating as a response to the urban gardening

A: Yes, but treat it like your natural hair. Wet it with fresh water before entering a pool or ocean (hair is like a sponge; if it absorbs chlorine/salt first, it will swell and tangle). Wear a swim cap or braid it tightly. Olea refused to mass-produce