Olea europaea 'Kalamata' 200 mm

Olive Kalamata (Olea europaea 'Kalamata')

This Greek olive is one of the best pickling varieties and is highly regarded as an excellent table olive.It is also used for oil production. The medium to large fruit mature late in the season and have a distinctive elongated shape with a slightly pointed end. Trees have dense foliage and are sturdy and compact. Leaves are light green, soft in comparison to other cultivars and are slightly twisted from end to end.

Does not tolerate the cold very well. Reported to be self-fertile, but will produce heavier crops when planted with 'New Norcia Mission'.

Height 6 x Width 6m