Koroneiki Olive Tree
Your Plants are Guaranteed
Your Plants are Guaranteed
Your plants are guaranteed to arrive happy & healthy with our 1 Year Limited Warranty. Your order will arrive healthy and stay healthy while they adapt to your climate. If not, just call us at (704) 443-8256.
Free Shipping on All Orders
Free Shipping on All Orders
Free shipping on all orders. Your plants will ship out the next business day... expertly packed so that your plants will arrive happy and healthy!
How We Ship Your Plants
Ordering live plants online should feel exciting, not stressful! We only ship healthy, well-rooted trees and plants!
Beware- not all plant nurseries are the same! Others can cut corners to save money:
- We never ship bareroot plants
- We never cut roots to fit into a small box
- We always ship plants with healthy, developed roots so they establish faster at your home
- We focus on plant health first- not minimizing shipping costs
A strong root system is the foundation for long-term success, and we believe your plant should arrive ready to thrive- not struggling to recover from shortcuts.
How we Select Your Plants
Once you place your order, our nursery team selects your plant and inspects it to make sure it meets our quality standards. Every plant we ship is chosen for:
- Strong health and vibrant foliage
- A well-developed root system
- Correct sizing based on your order
We take pride in sending plants that are ready to succeed when they arrive at your home. We try our best to exceed your expectations!
Once your plants are selected, we give them a drink of water before their journey. Then, we wrap each plant's roots up in a plastic bag, so that they do not dry out during shipping.
Carefully Packed & Protected
Live plants can’t be packed like ordinary boxes, so we do it differently.
Your plant is carefully secured inside a strong shipping box to protect it while traveling. Packaging may include:
- Support materials for stability
- Protection around the pot and roots
- Reinforced boxing for added protection
For larger trees, we use oversize boxes designed to safely accommodate the size and structure of your plant during shipping.
Sometimes, you will receive multiple plants inside a box. This is helpful because it can evenly distribute the weight throughout the box, which helps keeps the plants safe and secure throughout delivery.
Fast & Reliable with FedEx
Most Nationwide Plants orders ship with FedEx. Over the years, we’ve found FedEx to be the best carrier for live plants, especially larger items, because:
- They deliver quickest across the country
- They are the most gentle with live plants
- Faster transit means less plant stress
Once your order ships, we will email you tracking information so you can follow your delivery from our nursery to your doorstep.
We ship Monday through Friday. Most orders ship the next business day, unless you request a custom shipping date.
Multiple Nursery Locations
We ship from multiple locations across the country, including both the East Coast and West Coast. This allows us to:
- Deliver faster in more regions
- Reduce time in transit for your plants
- Ship large items more efficiently
How We Measure Your Trees
We measure tree height from the soil line, not including the pot.
That means when you order a 5-6 ft. tree, you’re getting a tree that is 5-6 ft. tall above the soil, not “including the container.” This gives you a good idea of what to expect when your trees arrive, and what they will look like when they are in the ground.
After Your Plants Arrive
It’s completely normal for a plant to look slightly different after shipping. Your plant has been traveling in a box, so you may notice:
- Minor leaf drop
- Soil that shifted slightly in the pot
- Temporary drooping from being in a darker environment
In most cases, your plant perks up quickly once it’s unboxed, watered (if needed), and placed in the proper environment.
Unboxing Your Plants
When your plants arrive, we recommend:
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Open carefully (avoid cutting into foliage)
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Remove all packing materials
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Check soil moisture (If the soil feels dry, give it a thorough watering)
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Let the plant recover (Give it a little fresh air after shipping)
If you ever have questions or concerns, we’re happy to help!
Our 30-Day Plant Promise
We stand behind every order we ship with our 30-Day Plant Promise.
If your plant dies within 30 days of delivery, we will replace it or refund it. We’ve found that if there are ever issues, they typically show up in the first 30 days- so this guarantee gives our customers real peace of mind.
If anything doesn’t look right, contact us and we’ll help you troubleshoot quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you ship bare-root plants?
No. We ship in soil with an established root system for the best success after delivery.
How fast will my order ship?
Most orders ship the next business day, unless you request a custom ship date.
Will my plant survive shipping?
Yes. Plants are resilient when packed correctly and shipped quickly. Our process is designed to protect your plant throughout transit.
What if my plant arrives droopy?
This is usually temporary from being in a dark box. Unbox promptly, check moisture, and allow time to adjust. If you’re concerned, reach out—we’re here to help.
Want Bigger Plants?
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The Koroneiki Olive Tree thrives in Zones Indoors (or zones 8-11 outdoors) 
If you live in the green area above, we recommend the Koroneiki Olive Tree. |
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| Your Growing Zone | ||
| Recommended Zones | Indoors (or zones 8-11 outdoors) | |
| Mature Height | 15-20 ft. | |
| Mature Width | 8-12 ft. | |
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| Sunlight | Full Sun | |
| Botanical Name | Olea europaea ‘Koroneiki’ | |
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The Koroneiki Olive Tree thrives in Zones Indoors (or zones 8-11 outdoors)
If you live in the green area above, we recommend the Koroneiki Olive Tree. |
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| Your Growing Zone | |
| Recommended Zones | Indoors (or zones 8-11 outdoors) |
| Mature Height | 15-20 ft. |
| Mature Width | 8-12 ft. |
| Cannot Ship To | |
| Sunlight | Full Sun |
| Botanical Name | Olea europaea ‘Koroneiki’ |
Description
Description
Koroneiki Olive Tree: Compact Greek Olive for Rich, Peppery Oil
Grow one of Greece’s most famous oil olives at home with the Koroneiki Olive Tree. Also known as Olea europaea ‘Koroneiki’, this compact evergreen produces small olives that are prized for making bold, flavorful extra-virgin olive oil.
Koroneiki is a great choice for sunny gardens, patios, edible landscapes, and large containers. Its silver-green leaves bring classic Mediterranean style all year, while its naturally smaller size makes it easier to manage than many larger olive trees.
Why You'll Love the Koroneiki Olive Tree
Excellent Oil Quality: Koroneiki olives are famous for producing rich, peppery oil with fresh green and grassy flavor.
Heavy Fruit Production: The olives are small, but healthy trees can produce generous crops once established.
Self-Fertile: One Koroneiki Olive Tree can produce fruit on its own, so you do not need a second tree for pollination.
Compact Growth: Its smaller, dense habit makes it easier to fit into patios, courtyards, and tighter garden spaces.
Great for Containers: Koroneiki adapts well to large pots, making it easy to grow on sunny patios and terraces.
Evergreen Beauty: Slender silver-green leaves provide year-round color and classic Mediterranean style.
What Do Koroneiki Olives Taste Like?
Koroneiki olives are best known for the oil they produce. The flavor is often bold, fresh, and peppery, with grassy and herbal notes.
This strong flavor makes Koroneiki a favorite for high-quality olive oil used on salads, bread, vegetables, pasta, and other dishes.
A Famous Olive for Homemade Oil
The standout feature of the Koroneiki Olive Tree is its oil quality. Even though the fruit is small, it contains flavorful oil that has made this variety one of the most important olive cultivars in Greece.
For home growers interested in pressing small batches of olive oil, Koroneiki is an excellent variety to consider.
Does the Koroneiki Olive Tree Need a Pollinator?
No. Koroneiki is self-fertile, so a single tree can produce olives on its own.
This makes it a smart choice for smaller gardens, patios, and other spaces where you may only have room for one olive tree.
Beautiful Silver-Green Foliage All Year
Koroneiki is attractive even when it is not producing fruit. Its narrow evergreen leaves are green on top with a soft silvery tone underneath.
The foliage moves lightly in the wind and gives the tree a classic Mediterranean look that pairs well with stone, gravel, lavender, rosemary, and other drought-tolerant plants.
Where to Grow a Koroneiki Olive Tree
Sunny Gardens: Plant it in a warm, open area where it can receive plenty of direct sunlight.
Edible Landscapes: Grow it for both homegrown olives and evergreen landscape beauty.
Patios and Terraces: Its compact growth works well in large outdoor containers.
Courtyards: Use it as a small Mediterranean-style accent tree.
Small Orchards: Plant several together if you want to grow larger amounts of olives for oil.
Koroneiki Olive Tree Sun and Soil Needs
Sunlight: Plant your Koroneiki Olive Tree in full sun for the strongest growth and best fruit production.
Soil: Olive trees prefer well-drained soil and can handle lean, rocky, or sandy ground. Avoid areas where water stays around the roots for long periods.
Watering: Water regularly while the tree is becoming established. Once mature, Koroneiki becomes much more drought tolerant.
Great for Large Containers
Koroneiki Olive Tree is well suited to container growing because of its compact, dense growth habit.
Choose a large pot with good drainage and enough room for the roots to grow. Container growing also makes it easier to control size with pruning.
Easy Care With a Compact Shape
Koroneiki naturally stays more manageable than many olive varieties. Light pruning can help keep the tree at the size you want, improve airflow, and make harvesting easier.
Give it full sun, excellent drainage, and regular water while it becomes established. After that, it can handle dry conditions with much less attention.
A Productive Olive With Classic Mediterranean Style
If you want an olive tree with high-quality oil fruit, self-fertile growth, compact size, drought tolerance, and evergreen silver foliage, Koroneiki is an excellent choice.
Plant a Koroneiki Olive Tree and enjoy Mediterranean beauty, reliable olive harvests, and the chance to grow one of the world’s most respected oil varieties at home.