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Can You Grow Olive in Ontario?
Canada · Canadian Zone 5 · zones 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Olive trees cannot survive hard freezes and will not grow as perennials in your zone.
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About Olive
Olive trees are drought-tolerant long-lived and thrive in poor soil — once established they need very little attention.
Plant in the most well-drained sunny spot available. Drought-tolerant once established. Can be grown in containers in cold zones — bring indoors before hard frost. Need two trees or a self-fertile variety for fruit.
Gardening in Ontario
Ontario spans several climate zones. Northern Ontario is Zone 3-4 with short seasons; southern Ontario is Zone 5-7 with long productive seasons. The Niagara Peninsula is one of Canada's premier fruit-growing regions.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Olive in Ontario?
Olive trees cannot survive hard freezes and will not grow as perennials in your zone.
What zone is Ontario?
Ontario spans Canadian Zone 5 (3, 4, 5, 6, 7).
When do you plant Olives in Ontario?
See the planting guide for Olive — timing depends on your exact frost date.