{"product_id":"leccino-olive-live-root-starter-plant-1-olea-europaea-heirloom-non-gmo-for-home-garden","title":"Leccino Olive Live Root Starter Plant – 1 Olea europaea Heirloom Non-GMO for Home Garden","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom Italian olive variety valued for fruit and oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive silvery-green foliage year-round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-fertile but produces better with a pollinator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrought tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be grown in containers or in the ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Olea europaea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen fruit tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, slightly alkaline to neutral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; drought tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright spreading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring to early summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20-30 feet in ground, smaller in containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15-20 feet apart for orchard planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFertilize 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne (1) Leccino Olive live root starter plant (Olea europaea).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67739754955062,"sku":"EDNA-227","price":66.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.8059299875_onzd.jpg?v=1792115154","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/leccino-olive-live-root-starter-plant-1-olea-europaea-heirloom-non-gmo-for-home-garden","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}