Best Plants For King Cove, AK

A variety of plants are suitable for King Cove's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 7a, with average annual lows of 0 to 5 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for King Cove, AK based on our analysis of the region's climate.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to King Cove include beets, bell peppers and broccoli, while fruits like apples, apricots and blackberries will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like azaleas, butterfly bush and chrysanthemums for the best results.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Trees for King Cove

American Beech

American Holly

Black Cherry

Black Walnut

Blue Spruce

Dogwood

Eastern Red Cedar

Green Ash

Honey Locust

Northern Red Oak

Pin Oak.

Redbud

River Birch

Silver Maple

Sugar Maple

Sweetgum

White Ash

White Oak

White Pine

Yellow Poplar (Tulip Tree)

Fruits for King Cove

Apples

Apricots

Blackberries

Blueberries

Cherries

Currants

Elderberries

Figs

Grapes

Kiwifruit

Mulberries

Nectarines

Pawpaw

Peaches

Pears

Persimmons

Plums

Pomegranates

Raspberries

Strawberries

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.

Flowers for King Cove

Azaleas

Butterfly Bush

Chrysanthemums

Coneflowers

Daffodils

Daylilies

Geraniums

Hostas

Hydrangeas

Iris

Lavender

Marigolds

Pansies

Petunias

Phlox

Roses

Salvia

Sunflowers

Tulips

Zinnia

Vegetables for King Cove

Beets

Bell Peppers

Broccoli

Cabbage

Carrots

Cucumbers

Eggplant

Garlic

Green Beans

Kale

Lettuce

Onions

Radishes

Spinach

Squash

Sweet Corn

Sweet Potatoes

Swiss Chard

Tomatoes

Zucchini

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Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about plants for your area? Check out our FAQ below for quick answers to common questions about what plants grow best in the King Cove, AK climate.

Some of the best vegetables for King Cove, AK include beets, bell peppers and broccoli. Other recommended vegetables include Cabbage, Carrots and Cucumbers based on King Cove's USDA hardiness zone.

Map of AK Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

Choosing plants based on the growing zone for King Cove ensures that your plants will be able to survive the lowest annual temperatures in your area of Alaska.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

Grow fresh herbs and vegetables year-round with this indoor hydroponic garden system.

Best Time to Plant in King Cove

Check the growing calendar for King Cove at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.

Need Gardening Gear?

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Raised Garden Bed Kit

Easy-to-assemble raised garden bed for better soil control and drainage.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Complete garden tool set with heavy-duty stainless steel tools for all your gardening needs.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

King Cove's Temperature

USDA Growing Zone: 7a

Zip Codes: 99612

Longitude: -162.2978

Latitude: 55.0858

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 0 to 5

The USDA growing zone is 7a in King Cove, AK. This is a measure of the lowest temperature that a plant can survive, helping to decide what plants would be suitable for the region's climate. According to our records, the average annual extreme minimum temperature in King Cove is 0 to 5 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for King Cove, AK.

Map of King Cove

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

Grow fresh herbs and vegetables year-round with this indoor hydroponic garden system.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

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Tools You'll Love

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

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Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Complete garden tool set with heavy-duty stainless steel tools for all your gardening needs.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

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