This Tuscan Leccino olive tree is a beautifully formatively pruned specimen with an elegant open crown that creates a soft, natural silhouette. Sourced from traditional growers in Italy, this mature olive tree brings the timeless character of Mediterranean gardens to British patios and landscapes. If you are looking for olive trees for sale in the UK, this graceful specimen offers both structure and authenticity.
Leccino is considered partially self-fertile, capable of setting fruit independently, though cross-pollination with other olive varieties can enhance fruit production.
Measurements of GT202669
Height including pot 2 metres 50cm
STEM HEIGHT 105 CM. Girth 12/14cm. POT MEASURES 40cm diameter by 30CM Deptj
The Character of This Olive Tree
This particular Leccino olive tree has been carefully trained through formative pruning to create a light, airy crown. Its gently arching branches give the tree movement and softness, making it especially beautiful when positioned where the structure of the canopy can be appreciated.
The Leccino olive tree is one of the most celebrated Tuscan varieties. Known for its elegant growth and silvery foliage, it has been cultivated in Italy for centuries. In British gardens it performs beautifully in sunny positions, where the distinctive grey-green leaves shimmer in the light.
Ideal for Patios and Garden Focal Points
Olive trees are among the most versatile architectural plants for gardens. This specimen works particularly well as:
• a statement tree for patios
• a focal point in Mediterranean planting schemes
• an elegant feature near seating areas
• a structural tree in contemporary garden design
You can explore our full collection of olive trees for sale to find the perfect specimen for your garden.
FAQs
What variety is this olive tree?
This is a Tuscan Leccino olive tree, a traditional Italian variety known for its graceful habit and silvery foliage.
Are Leccino olive trees suitable for UK gardens?
Yes. Leccino is widely grown across Europe and adapts very well to sunny positions in British gardens.
Is this a mature olive tree?
Yes, this specimen has already developed a well-formed trunk and canopy, giving it the character associated with mature olive trees.
Is the Leccino olive tree self-fertile?
Leccino is considered partially self-fertile, capable of setting fruit independently, though cross-pollination with other olive varieties can enhance fruit production and may encourage a heavier crop.
