Lucca Olive Tree

Lucca Olive Tree

A great multi-purpose olive and one that was selected here in the United States at UC Davis. Lucca is both a great table olive as well as making a tasty and high quality olive oil. Vigorous grower, heavy yielding, and so far seems quite cold hardy.

Check out helpful tips with our Olive Growing Guide!

Latin Name: Olea europaea
Site and Soil: Olives like a warm, protected location with 1/2 day to full sun and well drained soil.
Pollination Requirements: Lucca is partially self-fertile, though crops will likely be heavier with another variety nearby. Olives are wind pollinated and should be planted no more than 20 ft. apart.
Hardiness: Arbequina olive is hardy to 10° F. or below.
Bearing Age: 1-2 years after planting.
Size at Maturity: 8-10 ft. in height (20 + feet without pruning).
Bloom Time: May
Ripening Time: October
Yield: 20+ lbs.
Pests & Diseases: Our Olives have not been bothered by pests or diseases.
USDA Zone: 8