Olea europaea var. europaea 'Leccino'

Common name(s): olive tree

Description: evergreen tree; a fast growing Italian cultivar thought to have originated in Tuscany. One of the most commonly used olives in Italian olive oils. Not self-fertile, and will need another cultivar planted nearby to yield fruit.

Grows to around 15 ft. in 10 years time and forms a dense canopy with semi-weeping branches. Tolerant of drought but will yield more fruit with consistent summer water.

Height: to 20 ft. Spread: to 15 ft.

Position: full sun and well-draining soil

Uses: culinary, medicine

Winter Hardiness: to 10 F and below

Drought: Adapted to 5 months of summer drought