The Olive Tree
The olive tree is a perennial, evergreen tree, with its height ranging from 5 to 20 meters. Thirty olive varieties have been recorded in all 5 continents where olive trees are found. However, olive trees mostly grow in the temperate and subtropical zones where conditions are more favorable. In Greece, olive trees blossom from late April to May.
Types of Olives
There are several olive varieties and the distinction is made based on olive leaves, fruit and stones. “Koroneiki’” variety is used in olive oil production, whereas “Kalamon” is preserved as edible. Finally, “koutsourelia” is used in olive oil production and can also be preserved as edible.