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Cultivar
Olea
Olea europaea 'Coratina' is an iconic Italian olive variety known for its exceptional productivity and the high polyphenol content of its oil. It features beautiful, narrow, silvery-green foliage that provides year-round color and a sophisticated architectural presence. Well-suited for warm-climate landscapes, this tree thrives in sunny, well-draining conditions and adapts beautifully to large pots on a patio or terrace.
Coratina is a highly regarded Italian olive cultivar prized for its high-quality oil production and robust, vigorous growth. This evergreen tree is an excellent selection for Mediterranean-style landscapes or large container gardening.
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Plant Profile
Key growing information first, with the complete reviewed cultivar profile available when you want it.
Sun
Full sun, at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Water
Moderate water needs; allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings, especially when grown in containers. Established trees are drought tolerant.
Mature size
15-25 feet tall and wide in the ground; significantly smaller when restricted by container size.
Hardiness
8-11
Growth habit
Upright, spreading, and eventually rounded tree.
Plant type
Fruiting tree
Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
Good to know
Requires a long, warm growing season to produce fruit. In cooler regions, ensure it is moved to a protected location or indoors before freezing temperatures occur.
Thrives in heat; sensitive to hard frosts. Prolonged exposure below 20°F can cause significant damage to young trees.
Produces small, fragrant white flowers in late spring, followed by medium-sized, high-oil-content olives that ripen to a dark purple-black.
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
Sun / light
Full sun, at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Growth rate
Moderate.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth begins. Avoid heavy nitrogen applications late in the season.
Pruning
Prune in late winter or early spring to shape the tree, remove crossing branches, and encourage an open center for better sunlight penetration and airflow.
Care notes
Requires a long, warm growing season to produce fruit. In cooler regions, ensure it is moved to a protected location or indoors before freezing temperatures occur.
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
Mature size
15-25 feet tall and wide in the ground; significantly smaller when restricted by container size.
Growth habit
Upright, spreading, and eventually rounded tree.
Spacing
15-20 feet apart in landscape plantings.
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
Flowering / fruiting
Produces small, fragrant white flowers in late spring, followed by medium-sized, high-oil-content olives that ripen to a dark purple-black.
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
Hardiness zones
8-11
Temperature
Thrives in heat; sensitive to hard frosts. Prolonged exposure below 20°F can cause significant damage to young trees.
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
Watering
Moderate water needs; allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings, especially when grown in containers. Established trees are drought tolerant.
Soil
Needs very well-draining, gritty, or sandy soil. Avoid heavy clays that hold excessive moisture.
Soil pH
6.0-8.5
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Container Growing
Highly suitable for large containers. Use a well-draining cactus or citrus potting mix and ensure the pot has adequate drainage holes.
Family
Oleaceae
Foliage Look
Sleek, lanceolate, silvery-green leaves with a slight sheen.
Foliage Rules
Leaves are narrow, oblong, and have a distinct silvery underside. Do not depict broad, flat leaves typical of tropical foliage.
Fruit Flower Look
Small, oval, deep purple-to-black drupes hanging in clusters against the narrow leaves.
Fruit Flower Rules
Fruit is an olive; do not depict large, round, or fleshy soft fruits. Flowers are tiny and star-shaped in panicles.
Growth Habit Rules
Maintain an open, branching structure in visuals; trees should not appear as dense, spherical shrubs.
Mature Plant Look
A majestic, medium-sized tree with a characteristically textured, silver-gray trunk and dense, silvery-green canopy.
Mature Stage Morphology
Gnarled, rugged trunk and branches with stiff, leathery, lance-shaped leaves that are glossy green above and silvery-gray beneath.
Morphology Rules
Focus on the architectural, woody trunk and the contrasting colors of the upper and lower leaf surfaces.
Plant Faqs
How much sun does a Coratina olive tree need? It requires full sun, at least 6 to 8 hours daily. Can I grow this in a pot? Yes, it is an excellent choice for large containers if provided with excellent drainage. How large does it get? In the ground, it can reach 15 to 25 feet, but container growth limits its height. When will it produce fruit? Typically, it begins fruiting after several years once established.
Root Look
Healthy, tan, fibrous roots extending throughout the plug mass.
Soil Look
Dark, loose, well-draining soil with visible perlite or coarse grit.
Starter Stage
A young, rooted plug with tender green stems and small, lanceolate, sage-green leaves.
Starter Stage Morphology
Soft, pliable stems with leaves arranged oppositely; roots should be firm and well-developed within the plug substrate.
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Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Coratina Olive. This is Coratina Olive, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this elegant tree become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the classic Mediterranean landscape you want to create. Known for its high oil quality, this olive variety develops beautiful, silvery-green foliage and firm, dark fruit that is prized by growers. Establish your starter in a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining mix, then move it to a final container or permanent sunny spot when mature. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Video Summary
Discover the Coratina Olive, an esteemed Italian cultivar favored for its robust growth and premium fruit. This versatile evergreen thrives in sunny landscapes or as an architectural feature in containers.
Youtube Video Title
Growing the Coratina Olive Tree: A Premium Italian Cultivar
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