Olive tree 'Frantoio'

This legendary crop-producer yields top-notch olive oil and is a tough, enduring tree. A beautiful tree with iconic leaves, this plant will stand out in your garden landscape with its silvery/green foliage. This particular species is self-pollinating. Grown onsite at Lomalagi. 

Light requirement: Full sun.
Water requirement: Moderate

Watering frequency: Water frequently when first planted to establish. Applying a layer of organic mulch around the base of the plant will help retain soil moisture.
Soil: Well-draining, fertilised soil. 
Skill level: Suits Beginner Green thumb, 
Growth rate: Slow grower. Mulch and water regularly to establish plant for the first 3 months. 
Suitable for container gardens: Yes, suitable for container or balcony pot. Choose a pot twice the size of current pot.

Mature Height : 5-7 metres
Mature Width: 3-5 metres

Seasonality: Evergreen

Drought Tolerant: Yes, suits waterwise gardens
Frost Tolerant: Frost-free environment, ok in cool weather. 
Wind Tolerant: Yes 

Leaf colour: Shades of glossy, silvery dark green leaves
Leaf Variegation pattern: No

Size of leaf : Small, oval shaped leaves

Flower Colour: White 

Flower Shape: Small
Flower Fragrance: Yes, the flowers are fragrant 
Flower Season: Spring

Fruit: Optimal time for fruit picking is when it is green and purple, however mature fruit is purple-black.