Growing Guide

Find zone-specific plant recommendations and frost date guidance based on USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 1–13. Enter your ZIP code to get tailored advice for what grows best in your area.

The USDA hardiness zone system divides North America into 13 zones based on average annual minimum winter temperatures. Knowing your zone helps you choose plants that will thrive in your local climate.

Vegetables

Tomato, Pepper (Bell & Hot), Zucchini, Summer Squash, Winter Squash, Pumpkin, Cucumber, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Cabbage, Brussels Sprouts, Kale, Lettuce, Spinach, Arugula, Swiss Chard, Bok Choy, Celery, Corn, Onion, Garlic, Leek, Pea, Bean (Bush), Bean (Pole), Edamame, Okra, Eggplant, Artichoke (Globe)

Root Vegetables

Carrot, Beet, Parsnip, Turnip, Radish, Daikon, Sweet Potato, Jerusalem Artichoke, Burdock

Fruits

Apple, Pear, Peach, Plum, Cherry, Apricot, Fig, Grape, Strawberry, Blueberry, Raspberry, Blackberry, Boysenberry, Blackcurrant, Gooseberry, Elderberry, Avocado, Lemon, Lime, Orange, Banana, Cantaloupe, Watermelon

Herbs

Basil, Thyme, Rosemary, Oregano, Sage, Parsley, Dill, Cilantro, Mint, Chives, Tarragon, Bay Laurel, Lemongrass, Anise, Borage, Catnip, Caraway

Medicinal Herbs

Echinacea, Lavender, Calendula, Chamomile, St. John's Wort, Valerian, Ashwagandha, Astragalus, Black Cohosh, Bee Balm, Blue Vervain, California Poppy, Agrimony, Aloe Vera, Anise Hyssop

Grains & Cover Crops

Corn, Buckwheat, Amaranth, Sunflower, Asparagus

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