Influence of water deficits at different times during olive tree inflorescence and flower development

Key Points

• Water deficits significantly impact flower development in olive trees, resulting in reduced flowering success.
• Physiological responses to drought stress vary across different stages of inflorescence growth, with critical timings influencing outcomes.
• Assessment using irrigation schedules during key developmental phases highlights the sensitive nature of flowering processes under water stress.
• Findings suggest that optimizing irrigation practices could enhance flowering success in olive cultivation under variable water conditions.