Cerignola olive trees come from the Italian area of Puglia and are mainly employed for their commercial production. However, in Italy, this cultivar, which originated in Apulia, named after the town of Cerignola, is widely used to produce table olives available in various colors, including green, black, and even red (faux). It is a hardy plant (20 to 30 °F) that tolerates irrigation well and is valued chiefly for the size, beauty, and sweet taste of its fruit. Due to their enormous size, it is filled with multiple ingredients, often utilized to produce oil.
Cerignola olive trees are exceedingly adaptable and flourishes in a wide range of ordinary, well-drained, slightly alkaline soils. However, to ensure a successful harvest, plant it near another olive variety such as Pendolino, Frantoio, Coratina, Maurino, Leccino, or Olivastra. Just water profoundly and often over the first few growing seasons to help the plant build a strong root system. Once established, lessen the frequency of application; it is drought tolerant. Yet, protect young plants from winter weather extremes. Note that this tree has a modest resistance level to most primary olive diseases.
Quick Facts | |
Origin | Puglia Region, Italy |
Scientific Name | Olea Europaea ‘Cerignola’ |
Family | Oleaceae |
Tree Type | Fruiting Specimen |
Common Names |
Oliva A Ciuccio, Oliva Lunga, Lunga, Bella Di Cerignola, Barilotto, Oliva Di Cerignola, Grossa Di Spagna, Oliva A Prugna, Bella Della Daunia, Prugne, Oliva Dell’asino, Oliva Grossa, Manna, Cerignolese, and Oliva Di Spagna. |
Height | (Insert) |
Toxicity | Non Toxic |
Light | Full Sun |
Watering | Drought-Tolerant |
Soil | Well-Drained-Nutrient Poor Soil |
Hardiness | Hardy Down 20 to 30 °F |
Foliage | Dark Gray-Green |
Growth | Moderate |
Olive Oil | Sweet |