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Can You Grow Olive in Nevada?

US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 8a

Won't grow here

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

Plant zones

8a–11b

Nevada last frost

early March

Nevada first frost

late November

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.

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Gardening in Nevada

Nevada has an arid continental climate. Las Vegas is Zone 9a-9b; Reno is Zone 6b-7a; mountain areas are Zone 4-5. Low humidity means cool nights even in summer.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Olive in Nevada?

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

What zone is Nevada?

Nevada spans USDA Zone 7a (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 8a).

When do you plant Olives in Nevada?

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