Leccino
Olive(Olea Europea)
A vigorous, adaptable Italian oil cultivar valued for producing a mild, well-balanced oil and for ripening early and uniformly, which simplifies harvest.
Flavor Profile
Sweet, fruity, rich and buttery oil with delicate cinnamon-spice notes; milder and less pungent than Frantoio, and popular for fresh 'olio nuovo'.
Visual Characteristics
Vigorous tree with a dense, slightly drooping growth habit; fruit ripens early and simultaneously.
Growing Tips
Its early, simultaneous ripening allows a single-pass harvest; not self-pollinating, so it is typically planted with a pollinizer such as Pendolino.
Resistance Information
Disease Resistance
Fairly resistant to olive knot and peacock spot and relatively cold-hardy, but sensitive to verticillium and highly susceptible to black scale and sooty mold.
Where to Buy
Sourcing information coming soon. Check local nurseries and seed banks for availability.