Olea europaea 'Frantoio' [Dole 181]

Also Known As

Frantoio Hardy Olive

Plant type

tree, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 20'
W: 20'

planting zones

7a-10b

Olea europaea 'Frantoio' [Dole 181] plant details

Olea europaea 'Frantoio' [Dole 181] is a broadleaf evergreen fruit / vegetable or tree with blue and green foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge followed by purple fruit. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Olea europaea 'Frantoio' [Dole 181]

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or tree
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 20 FT wide, 20 FT tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring
Uses: culinary, edible, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Olea europaea 'Frantoio' [Dole 181]

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Attractive, large, vigorous plant, to 20 ft+; easily kept smaller. Long weeping shoots & medium to large leaves with sage to silver reflective undersides. The late fruit produces some of the best flavored oil. Best in sun in lean, well-drained soil. Supplemental water to establish; withhold in late summer to harden. Hardy to 0 ºF, USDA zone 7, if well ripened.