Plant Database
Arbequina Fruiting Olive Tree
Olea europaea ‘Arbequina’
The Arbequina Olive is a prized Spanish variety celebrated for its sweet, mild fruit and exceptionally high-quality, fruity oil. Its compact size, early and heavy production, and self-fertility make it the ideal choice for home gardeners seeking to grow olives for oil or gentle curing in a limited space.
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Produces small, symmetrical fruit that turns from pink to deep brown, known for its low bitterness and fruity aroma.
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Fruit yields a high-quality oil (around 20% yield) that is smooth, buttery, and aromatic with notes of almond and fresh fruit.
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A self-fruitful, slow-growing evergreen tree with a graceful, weeping habit and silvery-green foliage.
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Renowned for its early bearing and consistent, heavy crops, often fruiting at a young age.
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Fruit is also excellent for mild curing as table olives due to its gentle flavor and firm flesh.
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Highly recommended for container growing to maintain a small, manageable tree perfect for patios.
Flavor Profile:
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Flavor (Cured): Sweet, mild, and buttery with a firm, meaty texture and very little bitterness.
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Oil: Exceptionally smooth, fruity, and aromatic with low pungency and bitterness—often considered a premium, easy-to-enjoy oil.
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Best Uses: The premier choice for home olive oil production. Also makes superb, mild table olives.