Always check with the source of your plants for information on whether they are well-suited to your area. Most gardeners aren't dealing with freezing Zone 1 temperatures; only a few parts of Alaska, including cities such as Fairbanks, fall into this zone.
However, the northernmost tip of Minnesota also falls in Zone 2b, so if you live in or near Pinecreek, you'll want to look for plants that are hardy in Zone 2.
Most plants native to the U. It's the middle of the road for Zone 6. You can find this zone from Pacific Northwest states , such as Washington and Oregon, and stretching over the middle of the U. Winters only occasionally hit the negatives in this zone. You can find this zone in upper parts of the West Washington, Oregon and down through upper Texas , Oklahoma, and all the way through Virginia and North Carolina. Things are starting to heat up in Zone 8.
In this zone, native plants are loving the warmth. Not only that, but plants will start to have a longer growing season in Zone 8. It's pure California dreaming with hot and heavy temperatures hitting this zone.
Zone 10 sees some of the hottest temperatures in the U. Tropical plants flourish in Zone 11, which covers Hawaii. My Account Login or Register. Shopping Cart 0 items in cart. I'm gardening elsewhere: Zipcode. Quick View Opens a dialog. Summer Bulbs Spring-planted bulbs that bloom during the summer can thrive in most hardiness zones. Sun Perennials Sun perennials are revered for their versatility, attract pollinators to your landscape and produce countless, lovely blooms for years or even decades.
Shade Perennials Some gardeners don't even try to grow anything in the shaded areas of their gardens or yards. Spring Bulbs Largely because they signal the welcome return of warmer weather, spring blooms not only possess considerable natural beauty, but they also tend to occupy a special place in our hearts. Email me when this item is available! Oops, there seems to be an error, please re-enter your email address.
Thank You! Phone Order: Sign up for Newsletter Get great deals from Brecks. Ask us! Plums, cherries, blackberries, and blueberries are easy to grow in Zone 6. Walnut, pecan, pine nut, chestnut, and other trees can be grown in Zone 6. Frost Dates The average first and last frost time frames for Zone 6, like other zones, isn't set in stone. Frost dates for Zone 6 are typically: Last frost date: April 1 to April 21 is the time frame given for Zone 6, although there have been later frosts.
First frost date: October 17 to 31 is the bench mark for the first frost of the fall, but this time frame has been later. Gardening in Zone 6 The growing season for Zone 6 is considered a medium-long time frame for growing most vegetables, fruits, shrubbery, flowers, and other plants. What Is a Hardiness Zone. Planting Flowers by Zone. Planting Zones Interview. By Kathleen Roberts. By Jeanne Grunert. Understanding the different plant hardiness zones gives you the ability to narrow down your gardening choices.
For example, most plants hardy to Zone 3 will perform well in Zone 7, as long as other plant requirements are met. Use the information about individual growing zones as a starting point for planning what to plant in your garden. With minimum average temperatures between to degrees F, it can be a difficult zone for gardening. The majority of Zone 1 is located in Alaska. This tundra environment is extremely harsh and plants must have extreme cold hardiness and drought tolerance.
Zone 1 can expect minimum average temperatures of to degrees F Zone 1a has a minimum average temperature of to degrees F Zone 1b has a minimum average temperature of to degrees F Each of the two subzones can experience harsher temperatures depending on weather conditions. Planting in Zone 1 can be quite challenging. Plants able to withstand the tundra are rare. While there are relatively few non-native perennials suitable for Zone 1, some can be grown with proper planting and care. Giving plants a head start indoors or in a greenhouse typically results in better success for Zone 1 vegetables.
Very few fruit trees are hardy enough to survive the extreme cold of Zone 1. Given the correct conditions, however, the following may be able to thrive:. Flowers for Zone 1 should be drought-tolerant and tremendously cold hardy.
The most popular growing choices include:. Located in both Alaska and the continental United States, planting Zone 2 features extremely cold average minimum temperatures of between to degrees F. These temperatures can present a growing challenge to many gardeners. High winds and drought conditions are found in both the tundra and plains of Zone 2.
Planting native plants, growing annuals and using creative planting techniques give gardeners a growing advantage. Zone 2 can expect minimum average temperatures of to degrees F Zone 2a has a minimum average temperature of to degrees F Zone 2b has a minimum average temperature of to degrees F Each of the two subzones can experience harsher temperatures depending on weather conditions.
Plants in Zone 2 must be able to withstand extreme cold and high levels of drought. Native plants are best adapted to the environment. Annuals are best suited for this zone, but some perennials can be grown when chosen carefully. There are very few perennial vegetables able to withstand the extreme cold of Zone 2. Although, with added protection, it can be possible to grow asparagus as a perennial.
Look for annual vegetables with a short growing season for the best results. In addition to Zone 1 vegetables, consider planting:. There are a few options for fruit trees in Zone 2. Carefully considering the planting location will help ensure success. Zone 2 hardy fruit varieties include:. Zone 2 is ideal for growing annual herbs, either replanted or from self-sowing plants. The following herbs are considered cold hardy for Zone Native plants are your best option for tender perennials in Zone 2.
However, many gardeners have success by matching plants from similar environments. Consider planting:. Plant hardiness Zone 3 is found throughout Alaska, the northern portions of the United States and in high altitude areas. This zone features minimum average temperatures of to degrees F. Depending on the geographical location of your growing space, high winds, extreme cold and low moisture may affect growing conditions.
Zone 3 can expect minimum average temperatures of to degrees F Zone 3a has a minimum average temperature of to degrees F Zone 3b has a minimum average temperature of to degrees F Each of the two subzones can experience harsher temperatures depending on weather conditions. The cold minimum average temperatures in Zone 3 limits plant choices to those that have adapted to low temperatures.
Most native plants can be grown across the zone, regardless of altitude, as long as growing conditions are similar. The short growing season limits vegetable and flowering annuals, but you can extend the growing season by starting plants indoors or purchasing from a greenhouse. The short growing season, combined with low soil temperatures, limits vegetable gardens in Zone 3. Adding row covers can help extend the growing season and warm the ground.
Plant vegetables that quickly mature to beat early frosts. In addition to Zone 1 and 2 hardy plants, consider planting:. There are a number of flowers hardy enough to withstand the cold temperatures of Zone 3. Popular choices include:. Planting Zone 4 covers the southern coastal areas of Alaska, northern areas of the United States and high elevations found in the western mountains.
These unique climates share minimum average temperatures of between to degrees F. Planting in this zone is less challenging than in colder zones, but the short growing season impacts both vegetables and flower bloom times. Zone 4 can expect minimum average temperatures of to degrees F Zone 4a has a minimum average temperature of to degrees F Zone 4b has a minimum average temperature of to degrees F Each of the two subzones can experience harsher temperatures depending on weather conditions.
Zone 4 is considered a cool climate suitable for growing plants hardy enough to withstand temperatures well below freezing.
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