Nocellara del Belice olive trees

‘Nocellara del Belice’ olive trees originate from Italy and are renowned for their Sicilian heritage. They are one of the principal varieties used in Italian table olive production, as well as in olive oil production. Known for their rich, buttery flavor, they are primarily cultivated in the Valle del Belice region in southwestern Sicily. While ‘Nocellara del Belice’ was initially cultivated in Sicily, it is now planted in various parts of the world and performs well in California and other regions with Mediterranean climates. Its olive oil taste is robust and fruity; therefore, it is often appreciated on its own but can also be blended with other varieties. It is sometimes interplanted with cultivars like Coratina, Frantoio, and Moraiolo for cross-pollination and to provide different flavor profiles.

• Fruiting Specimen
  Bloom: Spring
  Growth: Vigorous
  Leaf Color: Leathery Gray-Green
  Olive Oil Flavor: Rich and Buttery
  Uses: Commercial Production (Table Olives and Olive Oil)

Care and Maintenance

‘Nocellara del Belice’ olive trees thrive in well-drained, slightly alkaline soils. Water deeply and regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish a strong root system. Once established, reduce watering frequency as the tree is drought-tolerant. Protect young plants from extreme winter weather.

Written references to ‘Nocellara del Belice’ date back several centuries, but it is not necessarily considered one of the earliest cultivars in Italy. With increased popularity over the last few decades, ‘Nocellara del Belice’ is cultivated worldwide—primarily grown in California, Chile, and Australia, among other olive-producing regions.

Some of our ‘Nocellara del Belice’ olive trees for sale:

Olea Europaea ‘Nocellara del Belice’ olive trees. 8/9 feet tall by 5/6 feet wide.

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