Best Plants For Alatna, AK

A variety of plants are suitable for Alatna's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 1a, with average annual lows of -60 to -55 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Alatna, AK based on our analysis of the region's climate.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Alatna include beetroot, bok choy and broccoli, while fruits like arctic root rhodiola rosea fruit, basket of gold berries and cloudberry will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like arctic carnation (dianthus arvernensis), arctic poppy (papaver radicatum) and canary island sage (salvia canariensis) for the best results.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Trees for Alatna

Balsam Fir (Abies balsamea)

Black Spruce (Picea mariana)

Black Willow (Salix nigra)

Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii)

Eastern Hemlock (Tsuga canadensis)

Eastern Larch (Larix decidua)

Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus)

Jack Pine (Pinus banksiana)

Norway Spruce (Picea abies)

Paper Birch (Betula papyrifera)

Ponderosa Pine (Pinus ponderosa)

Quaking Aspen (Populus tremuloides)

Red Cedar (Thuja plicata)

Red Maple (Acer rubrum)

Red Pine (Pinus resinosa)

Sitka Spruce (Picea sitchensis)

Subalpine Fir (Abies lasiocarpa)

Tamarack (Larix laricina)

Western Larch (Larix occidentalis)

White Spruce (Picea glauca)

Fruits for Alatna

Arctic root Rhodiola rosea fruit

Basket of Gold Berries

Cloudberry

Cranberries

Ground cherries

Honeyberries

Ittoqqortoormiit Berries

Labrador Tea berries

Lingonberries

Lowbush Blueberries

Mountain Ash berries

Northern Wild Raspberries

Red Bearberries

Roseroot Stonecrop

Salal berries

Siberian Crabapples

Snowberries

White Bearberries

Wild Strawberries

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Flowers for Alatna

Arctic Carnation (Dianthus Arvernensis)

Arctic Poppy (Papaver Radicatum)

Canary Island Sage (Salvia Canariensis)

Coral Aloe(Aloe Striata)

Crocus (Crocus Vernus)

Downy Rose Myrtle (Rhodomyrtus Tomentosa)

Dwarf Irises (Iris Reticulata)

Harlequin Shrimp Plant (Justicia Brandegeana)

Lily of the Valley (Convallaria Majalis)

Neptune's Gold Sea Holly (Eryngium)

Polar Bear Zinnia (Zinnia Elegans)

Purple Lilac (Syringa Vulgaris)

Purple Passionflower (Passiflora Incarnata)

Siberian Squill (Scilla Siberica)

Snow Queen Marigold (Tagetes Erecta)

Snowdrops (Galanthus Woronowii)

Tiger Lily (Lilium Lancifolium)

Velvet Sage (Salvia Leucantha)

Velvet Trumpet Vine (Clytostoma Callistegioides)

Wallflower (Erysimum Cheiri)

Vegetables for Alatna

Beetroot

Bok Choy

Broccoli

Brussel Sprouts

Cabbage

Carrots

Collard Greens

Green Onions

Iceberg Lettuce

Kale

Kohlrabi

Mustard Greens

Parsnips

Radishes

Romaine Lettuce

Rutabaga

Salad Greens

Spinach

Swiss Chard

Turnips

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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 Alatna, AK climate.

Some of the best vegetables for Alatna, AK include beetroot, bok choy and broccoli. Other recommended vegetables include Brussel Sprouts, Cabbage and Carrots based on Alatna's USDA hardiness zone.

Map of AK Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

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

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Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Best Time to Plant in Alatna

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

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Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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

Reusable Grow Bags

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

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

Alatna's Temperature

USDA Growing Zone: 1a

Zip Codes: 99720

Longitude: -152.8385

Latitude: 66.5638

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -60 to -55

The USDA growing zone is 1a in Alatna, 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 Alatna is -60 to -55 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Alatna, AK.

Map of Alatna

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Reusable Grow Bags

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

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Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

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Reusable Grow Bags

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

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

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Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

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Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

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

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