When to Plant Olive Tree in Hermiston, Oregon (97838)

Location

Hermiston, Oregon

ZIP Code

97838

USDA Zone

Last Frost

Sunday, April 5, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Sunday, April 19, 2026

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

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Olea europaea

Days to Maturity 1825 days

Mature Height 120-300"

Spread 180"

☀️ 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 7b

Olive Tree (Olea europaea) is a popular garden vegetable. In Hermiston, Oregon, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b, you should direct sow seeds around Sunday, April 19, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, April 5, 2026. Olive Tree grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.