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When to Plant Olive Tree in New Holland, Illinois (62671)

Location

New Holland, Illinois

ZIP Code

62671

USDA Zone

6a

Last Frost

Monday, April 20, 2026

๐Ÿ“… Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Monday, May 4, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Olive Tree directly outdoors 2 weeks after your last frost date โ€” it needs warm soil.

๐ŸŒฟ Plant Details

Scientific Name Olea europaea
Days to Maturity 1825 days
Mature Height 120-300"
Spread 180"

โ˜€๏ธ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Low (drought tolerant)

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Spacing

240" apart

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Planting Depth

6" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 30-60 days

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Growing Olive Tree in Zone 6a

Olive Tree (Olea europaea) is a popular garden vegetable. In New Holland, Illinois, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a, you should direct sow seeds around Monday, May 4, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Monday, April 20, 2026. Olive Tree grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.