Best Plants For Ninilchik, AK

A variety of plants are suitable for Ninilchik's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 5a, with average annual lows of -20 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Ninilchik, AK based on our analysis of the region's climate.

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

For flower beds, go with choices like aster, azaleas and bee balm for the best results.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Trees for Ninilchik

American Beech (Fagus grandifolia)

American Elm (Ulmus americana)

Black Cherry (Prunus serotina).

Black Walnut (Juglans nigra)

Colorado Blue Spruce (Picea pungens)

Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii)

Eastern Hemlock (Tsuga canadensis)

Eastern Red Cedar (Juniperus virginiana)

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia cordata)

Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra)

Red Maple (Acer rubrum)

River Birch (Betula nigra)

Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum)

Sweet Birch (Betula lenta)

White Ash (Fraxinus americana)

White Birch (Betula papyrifera)

White fir (Abies concolor)

White Oak (Quercus alba)

White Pine (Pinus strobus)

Yellow Birch (Betula alleghaniensis)

Fruits for Ninilchik

Apples

Apricots

Blackberries

Blueberries

Cherries

Concord Grapes

Currants

Elderberries

Gooseberries

Grapes

Hardy Kiwi

Mulberries

Peaches

Pears

Plums

Quince

Raspberries

Rhubarb

Saskatoon Berry

Strawberries

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

High-capacity watering can with comfortable grip and precise spout.

Flowers for Ninilchik

Aster

Azaleas

Bee Balm

Black-Eyed Susans

Columbines

Coneflowers

Daffodils

Daylilies

Garden Phlox

Hostas

Hydrangeas

Irises

Marigolds

Peonies

Primrose

Rhododendrons

Rudbeckia

Russian Sage

Sunflowers

Tulips

Vegetables for Ninilchik

Beets

Broccoli

Brussels sprouts

Cabbage

Carrots

Cauliflower

Cucumbers

Green beans

Kale

Lettuce

Onions

Peas

Peppers

Potatoes

Radishes

Spinach

Squash

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 Ninilchik, AK climate.

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

Map of AK Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

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

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

High-capacity watering can with comfortable grip and precise spout.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Best Time to Plant in Ninilchik

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

Need Gardening Gear?

The Plant Guide Online has selected some of our favorite products to help you with your next growing project. From seed starting trays and fertilizers to decor and lifestyle items, we think you'll love what we've selected.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Reusable Grow Bags

Breathable fabric grow bags that promote healthy root growth for your vegetables and fruits.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

Ninilchik's Temperature

USDA Growing Zone: 5a

Zip Codes: 99568, 99639

Longitude: -151.3843

Latitude: 60.0745

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -20 to -15

The USDA growing zone is 5a in Ninilchik, 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 Ninilchik is -20 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Ninilchik, AK.

Map of Ninilchik

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

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Tools You'll Love

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

High-capacity watering can with comfortable grip and precise spout.

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Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

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