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Can You Grow Olive in New Hampshire?
US · USDA Zone 5b · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a
Olive trees cannot survive hard freezes and will not grow as perennials in your zone.
Plant zones
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Days to harvest
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 New Hampshire
New Hampshire has a humid continental climate. Coastal areas are Zone 5b-6a; northern mountains are Zone 4a-5a. Short growing seasons but productive for cool-season crops and berries.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Olive in New Hampshire?
Olive trees cannot survive hard freezes and will not grow as perennials in your zone.
What zone is New Hampshire?
New Hampshire spans USDA Zone 5b (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a).
When do you plant Olives in New Hampshire?
See the planting guide for Olive — timing depends on your exact frost date.