Coratina Olive Tree, Semi-Dwarf

The Coratina Olive Tree is a semi-dwarf, self-fertile olive prized for its high phenolic acid content, which yields an exceptionally stable, long-lasting oil. The oil is sharp and rich in flavor with a sweet aroma, and the tree adapts to a wide range of climates and soils.

At a glance

• Variety: Coratina, semi-dwarf, self-fertile
• Season: Early
• Use: Oil and table
• Oil: High phenolic content, very stable and slow to oxidize
• Fruit: Smaller olives with a tiny pit
• Mature size: Can reach 25 feet or more in height and width
• Growing zones: USDA 8 to 11; tolerates 15°F once established
• Water: Drought-tolerant, minimal watering once established

Best for

• Home olive oil production
• Coastal, desert, and container growing
• Mediterranean-style landscapes
• Self-fertile single-tree planting
• Long-lasting, high-quality oil

How to grow

Adaptable to many climates and soils, from sandy coastal locations to hot, rocky desert sites, and can even be grown in containers. Hardy in USDA zones 8 to 11 and tolerant of temperatures as low as 15°F once established, when it needs only minimal watering. Self-compatible, it benefits from pollinators such as Frantoio, Leccino, Maurino, Moraiolo, and Pendolino.

Flavor profile

High acidity gives a rather sharp oil that is rich in flavor with a sweet aroma, and its stability means it lasts well.

About Everglades Farm

Everglades Farm is a Florida nursery growing fruiting trees, edible plants, and rare garden showpieces, shipped directly from the nursery to your door.