Voices of the trees

The Ancient Olive — Olea europaea
The 3,000-year-old olive tree in Vouves, Crete, has witnessed empires rise and fall. Its wood—nearly twice as hard as oak—tells a story of endurance forged in harsh Mediterranean sun. Just as olive oil is released only under pressure, the tree's dramatic grain and extraordinary strength come from centuries of challenge. This is wood that remembers. Read more...