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Can You Grow Olive in Prince Edward Island?

Canada · Canadian Zone 5 · zones 4, 5

Won't grow here

Olive trees cannot survive hard freezes and will not grow as perennials in your zone.

Plant zones

8a–11b

Prince Edward Island last frost

mid-April

Prince Edward Island first frost

mid-October

Days to harvest

Perennial

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.

Full olive growing guide →

Gardening in Prince Edward Island

PEI has a maritime climate with mild summers and cold winters. Most of the island is Zone 5a-5b. Famous for its potatoes — the red soil and maritime moisture create ideal conditions.

See what grows well in Prince Edward Island →

Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Olive in Prince Edward Island?

Olive trees cannot survive hard freezes and will not grow as perennials in your zone.

What zone is Prince Edward Island?

Prince Edward Island spans Canadian Zone 5 (4, 5).

When do you plant Olives in Prince Edward Island?

See the planting guide for Olive — timing depends on your exact frost date.