Best Plants For Craig, AK

plants by zone map for Craig, AK

A variety of plants are suitable for Craig's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 7b, with average annual lows of 5 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Craig, AK based on our analysis of the region's climate.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Craig include beets, broccoli and brussels sprouts, while fruits like apples, apricots and blackberries will flourish.

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

Trees for Craig

American Holly (Ilex opaca)
American White Elm (Ulmus americana)
Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum)
Black Willow (Salix nigra)
Carolina Silverbell (Halesia carolina)
Dogwood (Cornus florida)
Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis)
Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus)
Loblolly Pine (Pinus taeda)
Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra)
Red Maple (Acer rubrum)
River Birch (Betula nigra)
Southern Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora)
Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum)
Sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua)
Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis)
Tulip Poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera)
Virginia Pine (Pinus virginiana)
White Ash (Fraxinus americana)
White Oak (Quercus alba)

Fruits for Craig

Apples
Apricots
Blackberries
Blueberries
Cherries
Currants
Elderberries
Figs
Grapes
Kiwi
Mulberries
Peaches
Pears
Persimmons
Plums
Pomegranates
Quince
Raspberries
Strawberries
Walnuts

Flowers for Craig

Azaleas
Begonias
Chrysanthemums
Coneflowers
Crocuses
Daffodils
Dahlia
Daylilies
Geraniums
Hyacinths
Hydrangeas
Irises
Lavender
Lilies
Marigold
Pansies
Periwinkle
Petunias
Roses
Tulips

Vegetables for Craig

Beets
Broccoli
Brussels Sprouts
Cabbage
Carrots
Collard Greens
Cucumbers
Eggplant
Green Beans
Kale
Lettuce
Peas
Radishes
Spinach
Squash
Sweet Bell Peppers
Swiss Chard
Tomatoes
Turnips
Zucchini

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 Craig, AK climate.

Some of the best vegetables for Craig, AK include beets, broccoli and brussels sprouts. Other recommended vegetables include Cabbage, Carrots and Collard Greens based on Craig's USDA hardiness zone.

Map of AK Hardiness Zones

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

Best Time to Plant in Craig

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

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Craig's Temperature

USDA Growing Zone: 7b

Zip Codes: 99921

Longitude: -133.1165

Latitude: 55.4918

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 5 to 10

The USDA growing zone is 7b in Craig, 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 Craig is 5 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Craig, AK.

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