Best Plants For Rampart, AK

A variety of plants are suitable for Rampart's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 1b, with average annual lows of -55 to -50 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Rampart, AK based on our analysis of the region's climate.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Rampart include arugula, beets and bok choy, while fruits like arctic kiwi, arctic raspberry and black chokeberry will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like alaska bluebell (mertensia paniculata), arctic aster (eurybia sibirica) and arctic lupine (lupinus arcticus) for the best results.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Trees for Rampart

American Beech (Fagus grandifolia)

American Elm (Ulmus Americana)

American Mountain Ash (Sorbus americana)

Balsam Fir (Abies balsamea)

Black Spruce (Picea mariana)

Blue Spurce (Picea pungens)

Eastern Larch (Larix laricina)

Jack Pine (Pinus banksiana)

Northern White Cedar (Thuja occidentalis)

Norway Spruce (Picea abies)

Paper Birch (Betula papyrifera)

Quaking Aspen (Populus tremuloides)

Red Pine (Pinus resinosa)

Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris)

Showy Mountain Ash (Sorbus decora)

Siberian Larch (Larix sibirica)

Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum)

Tamarack (Larix laricina)

Trembling Aspen (Populus tremuloides)

White Spruce (Picea glauca)

Fruits for Rampart

Arctic Kiwi

Arctic Raspberry

Black Chokeberry

Boreal Apple

Canadian Plum

Cloudberry

Currants

Dolgo Crab Apples

European Cranberry

Gooseberry

Haskap Berry

High Bush Cranberry

Juneberry

Lingonberry

Norkent Apple

Seaberry

Siberian Apricot

Siberian Crab Apple

Western Sandcherry

Wild Strawberry

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Flowers for Rampart

Alaska Bluebell (Mertensia paniculata)

Arctic Aster (Eurybia sibirica)

Arctic Lupine (Lupinus arcticus)

Arctic Poppy (Papaver radicatum)

Arctic Willows (Salix arctica)

Bearberry (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi)

Dwarf Fireweed (Chamerion latifolium)

Gentian (Gentiana algida)

Larkspur (Delphinium nuttallii)

Marsh Marigold (Caltha palustris)

Monkshood (Aconitum napellus)

Mountain Avens (Dryas octopetala)

Nootka Lupine (Lupinus nootkatensis)

Pasque Flower (Pulsatilla vulgaris)

Snowdrops (Galanthus nivalis)

White Mountain Heather (Cassiope mertensiana)

Woodland Forget-Me-Not (Myosotis sylvatica)

Woolly Lousewort (Pedicularis lanata)

Yellow Mountain Avens (Dryas octopetala)

Yellow Paintbrush (Castilleja sulphurea)

Vegetables for Rampart

Arugula

Beets

Bok Choy

Broccoli

Brussels sprouts

Cabbage

Carrots

Cauliflower

Collards

Garlic

Kale

Lettuce

Mustard Greens

Onion

Peas

Radish

Siberian Peas

Spinach

Swiss Chard

Turnip

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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 Rampart, AK climate.

Some of the best vegetables for Rampart, AK include arugula, beets and bok choy. Other recommended vegetables include Broccoli, Brussels sprouts and Cabbage based on Rampart's USDA hardiness zone.

Map of AK Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

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

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.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

Best Time to Plant in Rampart

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

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Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

Rampart's Temperature

USDA Growing Zone: 1b

Zip Codes: 99767

Longitude: -149.9915

Latitude: 65.4087

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -55 to -50

The USDA growing zone is 1b in Rampart, 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 Rampart is -55 to -50 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Rampart, AK.

Map of Rampart

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

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Tools You'll Love

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

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Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Reusable Grow Bags

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

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

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