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Can You Grow Olive in Tennessee?
US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b
Olive trees cannot survive hard freezes and will not grow as perennials in your zone.
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 Tennessee
Tennessee has a humid subtropical climate transitioning to continental in the east. Nashville is Zone 7a; the Appalachians are Zone 6a-6b. Long productive growing seasons.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Olive in Tennessee?
Olive trees cannot survive hard freezes and will not grow as perennials in your zone.
What zone is Tennessee?
Tennessee spans USDA Zone 6b (6a, 6b, 7a, 7b).
When do you plant Olives in Tennessee?
See the planting guide for Olive — timing depends on your exact frost date.