Olive ‘Nocellara’
Features
- Foliage is dark green and bigger than most olives.
- Requires a pollinator like frantoia or leccino.
- Drought tolerant once established.
Uses
- Suitable for green pickling.
- High quality oil.
- Highly ornamental.
- Suitable for visual screen or windbreaks. Trims well for hedges or topiary.
Growing Conditions
- Moderately wind and frost hardy.
- Avoid coastal conditions.
- Prefers full sun to partial shade.
- Very dry to moist soil conditions.
Height | Width | |
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5 year old tree | 2.5m | 1.5m |
10 year old tree | 4.0m | 3.0m |
Country of Origin: Mediterranian, Southern Europe, North Africa |