Itrana Olive Trees comes from the region of Lazo in Italy. The round, medium-sized olives grown on this olive tree is characterized by a fresh grassy aroma. With a peppery taste and a citrusy touch, they are mainly used to produce table olives to be served as appetizers or used in various culinary dishes. The rich quality of the oil pressed from Itrana olives is highly valued around the globe.
Itrana Olive Trees vigorously grow upward to a notable size, donning a compact crown while densely covered with large elliptical-shaped leaves. Maturing might be a little late (November-December) and staggered, but you can expect high yields. The red wine color of the olives with white dust speckles indicates that the fruit is ready for harvest.
Itrana olive trees are not high-maintenance because they adapt to different growing regions. They grow well in most average, well-drained, and slightly alkaline soils. Their erect and glassy thick form upon growth makes them best for multiple landscape applications. The best part about growing them is their resistance to cold and most common olive pests. However, young plants still need protection from extreme cold temperatures and olive flies.
Quick Facts | |
Origin | Lazo, Italy |
Scientific Name | Olea Europaea ‘Itrana’ |
Family | Oleaceae |
Tree Type | Fruiting Specimen |
Common Names | Olive of Gaeta, Grossa, Trana and Ciceronea, The Olive Tree, Itrana Tree, Olea Europaea |
Height | (Insert) |
Toxicity | Non-Toxic |
Light | Full Sun |
Watering | Occasional Watering Required |
Soil | Well-Drained-Nutrient Poor Soil |
Hardiness | Hardy down 20 to 30 °F |
Foliage | Gray-to-Green |
Growth | Vigorous |
Olive Oil | Intense & Fruity Flavor with a Peppery Touch |