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Olive 'Leccino'

Olive 'Leccino' is a popular olive variety valued for its reliable fruit production, attractive silver green foliage, and excellent oil quality. This evergreen tree has a graceful growth habit and is well suited to home orchards, lifestyle blocks, and Mediterranean style gardens throughout New Zealand. Olive 'Leccino' produces medium sized olives that are ideal for oil production and table use. It is hardy, drought tolerant once established, and easy to grow, making it a versatile and productive addition to outdoor spaces.

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Fruit Trees
Height:3.00 m
Spread:3.00 m
Flowering time:Summer
Tolerances:Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses:Containers, Hedging, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen, Topiary
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsSome
Growth rateFast
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Sku12055

How to grow Olive 'Leccino' in NZ

Olive 'Leccino' grows best in full sun with well drained soil and good airflow. Choose a warm sheltered position that receives plenty of direct sunlight to encourage healthy growth and strong fruit production. Water regularly during establishment, then only occasionally once the tree is established and drought tolerant. Adding compost to the soil at planting time improves drainage and soil structure. Applying mulch around the base helps conserve moisture and suppress weeds while keeping mulch clear of the trunk.

Olive 'Leccino' care tips

Olive 'Leccino' is relatively low maintenance and benefits from annual pruning to maintain shape and encourage airflow through the canopy. Remove dead, weak, or overcrowded branches during late winter or early spring to promote healthy growth and fruiting. Feed with a balanced fertiliser during spring to support vigorous growth and olive production. Water during prolonged dry periods while fruit is developing to improve fruit quality and overall tree health.

Olive 'Leccino' size, spacing, and growth rate

Olive 'Leccino' typically grows to around 4 to 6 metres tall and wide with a naturally rounded spreading habit. It has a moderate growth rate and gradually develops into a productive evergreen tree in suitable conditions. For orchard planting or screening, space trees approximately 4 to 5 metres apart to allow healthy airflow and full canopy development. Regular pruning can help maintain a more compact shape for smaller gardens and easier harvesting.

Landscaping uses for Olive 'Leccino'

Olive 'Leccino' is perfect for adding Mediterranean character, evergreen structure, and productive planting to garden spaces. It works beautifully in home orchards, courtyard gardens, lifestyle blocks, and contemporary landscapes where the silver foliage creates year round visual appeal. This attractive tree also performs well as a feature plant or in large containers. Its drought tolerance and elegant form make it especially useful for low maintenance and coastal garden designs.

Why buy Olive 'Leccino' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company supplies premium quality Olive 'Leccino' trees that are healthy, vigorous, and ready to thrive in New Zealand gardens. Our experienced team carefully grows and selects trees to ensure strong growth, reliable fruit production, and excellent establishment. We provide expert growing advice, fast nationwide delivery, and a wide selection of premium fruit trees suited to local conditions. As NZ’s most trusted plant nursery, The Plant Company is committed to helping customers create productive and beautiful outdoor spaces with outstanding plants and dependable customer service.

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