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Can You Grow Olive in Arizona?
US · USDA Zone 9a · zones 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a
Olive trees grow as perennials here — plant in a sunny well-drained spot and they will thrive for decades.
Plant zones
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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 Arizona
Arizona spans dramatic climate zones from cool mountain forests to hot desert. Low-elevation cities like Phoenix grow year-round; high-elevation areas are Zone 5-6.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Olive in Arizona?
Olive trees grow as perennials here — plant in a sunny well-drained spot and they will thrive for decades.
What zone is Arizona?
Arizona spans USDA Zone 9a (4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a).
When do you plant Olives in Arizona?
See the planting guide for Olive — timing depends on your exact frost date.