Leccino Olive Live Root Starter Plant – 1 Olea europaea Heirloom Non-GMO for Home Garden

The Leccino Olive is a classic Italian olive variety prized for its reliable production and cold hardiness. This heirloom olive tree features silvery-green foliage and a graceful, spreading growth habit that adds Mediterranean charm to any garden or patio. Leccino olives are commonly grown for both table use and oil production, making them a versatile choice for home growers. This live root starter plant is ready to establish in your landscape or container garden.

Whether you are starting a small home orchard or adding an ornamental edible to your collection, the Leccino Olive offers beauty and productivity. Its non-GMO, heirloom status makes it a favorite among gardeners seeking traditional varieties.

Plant Features

• Heirloom Italian olive variety valued for fruit and oil
• Attractive silvery-green foliage year-round
• Self-fertile but produces better with a pollinator
• Drought tolerant once established
• Can be grown in containers or in the ground

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Olea europaea
• Plant Type: Evergreen fruit tree
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, slightly alkaline to neutral
• Water Requirements: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
• Growth Habit: Upright spreading
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 8-11
• Bloom Season: Late spring to early summer
• Mature Height: 20-30 feet in ground, smaller in containers
• Spacing: 15-20 feet apart for orchard planting

Planting & Care

Plant your Leccino Olive starter in a location with full sun and well-drained soil. If planting in a container, choose a pot with drainage holes and use a quality potting mix. Water regularly during the first growing season to help roots establish, then reduce frequency as the plant matures. Olive trees are sensitive to overwatering, so allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Fertilize lightly in spring with a balanced fertilizer. Prune to shape in late winter or early spring, removing dead or crossing branches. In colder zones, grow in a container and move indoors or to a protected area during freezing temperatures. With proper care, your Leccino Olive will grow into a productive and ornamental tree.

What's Included

One (1) Leccino Olive live root starter plant (Olea europaea).