Leccino Olive Tree
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Grown worldwide, the Leccino Olive Tree (Olea europaea 'Leccino') is very adaptable to different soils and weather conditions. It is hardy to winters from 50 degrees to just above freezing. In the United States, it is grown typically in Mediterranean-like Zones 8-9, but gardeners have successfully grown it in some parts of Oregon and the Northwest.
As you know, Olive trees have a rich history. Healthy olive oil has been used in cooking and beauty products for thousands of years. This is a symbolic tree, as well. An olive branch is a representation of peace, and the fruit are symbols of prosperity.
The delicious fruit is used to make fine oil, and Leccino olive oil is highly prized. Try brining them in a solution to blacken them up, or enjoy them fresh as green olives for table eating.
Planting and Application:
For cold winter Zones, try growing them in a container. Dropped olives might stain concrete, so give it a prized position in a mulched bed. Then, simply harvest and bring it indoors for the winter. The Leccino is a great variety that is a bit more cold-hardy. Wonderful news if you never thought you could grow an Olive tree.
This plant grows naturally as a tree, not a lower-limbed shrub-like other Olive varieties. A quick grower and producer, Leccino often delivering the first small harvest after only two years. You'll enjoy a full commercial harvest in 6-8 years.
- #1 Global Use
- Delicious Fruit
- Specimen & Shade Tree
- Long-Lived
- Fresh Eating, Brining, Cooking & Oil
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Like all Fruit trees, Olives need the full sun to really do their best. Provide an area with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day and good air circulation. Olive trees are also very drought tolerant once established and thrive in drier Mediterranean conditions.
- Cold Hardier Than Other Varieties
- Very Adaptable to Different Soils & Weather
- Prune to Maintain as a Container Tree
- Full Sun & Moderate Moisture
- Drought-Tolerant
You'll love it for its beautiful form! Plant one as a specimen, or a dozen for a sellable harvest of delicious oil or table olives. NatureHills.com only has a few of these trees available. Order your Leccino Olive Tree now before we sell out!
Buying Options for Plants
Nature Hills sells a large variety of plants with several options available. Plants are offered in both potted containers and as dormant bare root without soil. Here is a helpful resource to understand your options as you create a beautiful landscape with help from Nature Hills.
Ever wonder what a larger plant will mean for your landscape? Container Sizes are really all about the age of the plant!
Seasonally, Nature Hills offers hand selected, high quality bare root trees, shrubs and perennials. Bare root plants are sold by height from the top of the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may be taller than the height minimums.
- Popular sizes of select trees are 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, etc.
- Popular sizes of select bare root plants is 1 foot, 18 inches, etc.
Nature Hills Container Size by Volume
Keep in mind, specific varieties and different growing conditions can affect the rate at which plants grow. Variations in size may occur.
| Young Plants to 18 Months | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Volume | |
| 2"x2"x3" | Ranges from | .18 to .21 dry quarts / .198 to .23 dry liters in volume |
| 4.5" Container | Equal to | .65 dry quart / .72 dry liter in volume |
| Sprinter Pot | Equal to | .63 dry quart / .69 dry liter in volume |
| 4" Container | Ranges from | .31 to .87 / .35 to .96 dry liter in volume |
| 6" Container | Equal to | 1.4 dry quarts / 1.59 dry liters in volume |
| 1 Quart | Equal to | 1 dry quart / 1.1 dry liter in volume |
| 5.5" Container | Equal to | 1.89 of a dry quart / 2.08 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x5" | Ranges from | .8 to 1.1 dry quarts / .88 to 1.2 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x6" | Ranges from | 1.0 to 1.3 dry quarts / 1.1 to 1.41 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x9" | Ranges from | 1.1 to 2.1 dry quarts / 1.2 to 2.3 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x10" | Ranges from | 1.7 to 2.3 dry quart / 1.87 to 2.53 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 18 Months - 2.5 Years Old | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Volume | |
| 2 Quart | Equal to | 2 dry quarts / 2.2 dry liters in volume |
| #1 Container | Ranges from | 2.26 to 3.73 dry quarts / 2.49 to 4.11 dry liters in volume |
| 5"x5"x12" | Equal to | 3.5 to 4.3 dry quarts / 3.85 to 4.74 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 2 - 4 Years Old | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Volume | |
| #2 Container | Ranges from | 1.19 to 1.76 dry gallons / 5.24 to 7.75 dry liters in volume |
| #3 Container | Ranges from | 2.32 to 2.76 dry gallons / 10.22 to 12.16 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 3 - 5 Years Old | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size | Volume | |
| #5 Container | Ranges from | 2.92 to 4.62 dry gallons / 12.86 to 20.35 dry liters in volume |
| #6 Container | Ranges from | 5.25 to 6.01 dry gallons / 23.12 to 26.42 dry liters in volume |
| #7 Container | Ranges from | 5.98 to 6.08 dry gallons / 26.34 to 26.78 dry liters in volume |
About Plant Sentry™
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This proprietary eCommerce software prevents the shipment of a restricted plant to each state. The Plant Sentry system includes a shipment certification program. The Plant Sentry Compliance Officer works closely with NatureHills.com and each nursery or fulfillment center to ensure only compliant plants are sold to customers.
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Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
| Color | Zone | Times |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | Spring 2019 | |
| 4 | Now | |
| 5 | Now | |
| 6 | Now | |
| 7 | Now | |
| 8 | Now | |
| 9 | Now | |
| 10 | Now | |
| 11 | Now |
Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | - | 19.99 | 24.99 |
| 20 | - | 49.99 | 29.99 |
| 50 | - | 69.99 | 34.99 |
| 70 | - | 99.99 | 39.99 |
| 100 | - | 129.99 | 44.99 |
| 130 | - | 149.99 | 48.99 |
| 150 | - | 150+ | Approx 28% |
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PLANT HIGHLIGHTS
Growing Zones 8-9
| Brand | Nature Hills' Choice |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Olea europaea 'Leccino' |
| Type | Broad-Leaved Evergreen |
| Mature Height | 25 - 30 feet |
| Mature Spread | 15 - 20 feet |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Soil | Well Drained |
| Moisture | Average |
| Growth Rate | Medium |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage | Green |
| Harvest Time | Late Season |
| Pollinator Friendly | Yes |
| Fruiting Time | 3 - 5 Years |
| Pruning Time | Late Winter |