Can You Grow Olive in Ohio?
US · USDA Zone 5b · zones 5a, 5b, 6a
Olive trees cannot survive hard freezes and will not grow as perennials in your zone.
Plant zones
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Ohio first frost
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 Ohio
Ohio has a humid continental climate. Northern Ohio near Lake Erie is Zone 6a; inland areas are Zone 5b. Four seasons with a productive 6-month growing window.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Olive in Ohio?
Olive trees cannot survive hard freezes and will not grow as perennials in your zone.
What zone is Ohio?
Ohio spans USDA Zone 5b (5a, 5b, 6a).
When do you plant Olives in Ohio?
See the planting guide for Olive — timing depends on your exact frost date.