Taggiasca Olive Tree – Elegant Ligurian Variety with Excellent Oil Yield
The Taggiasca Olive Tree is a celebrated Italian variety known for its elegant, pendulous growth habit and outstanding oil production. Native to the Ligurian region, this medium-vigor tree boasts a spreading, heavily branched crown adorned with glossy dark green leaves. Taggiasca olives are small to medium in size, ripening mid- to late season and producing a rich, aromatic oil with excellent flavor characteristics. With strong pest and disease resistance and consistent yields, the Taggiasca is a top choice for growers seeking a flavorful and reliable olive variety.
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- Country of Origin: Italy
- Zones: 9b
- Looks: Medium vigor with a pendulous, open shape. The crown is highly branched and spread out, with small, flexible fruiting branches at well-spaced nodes. Leaves are medium to large, elliptical, and shiny dark green.
- Personality: Cylindrical, elongated fruit (3–3.5 grams), slightly fatter at the bottom. Ripens mid- to late season (November–December). Produces a high oil yield (23–26%) with excellent flavor and aroma.
- Facts of note: Principal cultivar of Liguria. Self-pollinating with consistently high production. Minimal aborted flowers. Strong resistance to pests and diseases.
- Pollenizer: Self-pollinating, often planted with Italian varietals such as Leccino and Pendolino to improve yield.
- Chill Hours: 400–500
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