Best Plants For Los Angeles, CA


A variety of plants are suitable for Los Angeles's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 10a, with average annual lows of 30 to 35 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Los Angeles, CA based on our analysis of the region's climate.
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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 Los Angeles, CA climate.
Some of the best vegetables for Los Angeles, CA include beets, bell peppers and bush beans. Other recommended vegetables include Cabbage, Carrots and Collard Greens based on Los Angeles's USDA hardiness zone.
Map of CA Hardiness Zones


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

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Best Time to Plant in Los Angeles
Check the growing calendar for Los Angeles at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.
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Los Angeles's Temperature
USDA Growing Zone: 10a
Zip Codes: 91367, 90291, 90293, 90292, 91316, 91311, 90035, 90034, 90037, 90031, 90039, 90008, 90004, 90005, 90006, 90007, 90001, 90002, 90003, 91504, 91040, 90710, 90089, 91307, 91344, 91345, 91340, 91342, 91343, 90036, 90247, 91411, 91436, 91371, 91608, 91605, 91604, 91607, 91606, 91601, 91602, 90402, 90068, 90069, 90062, 90063, 90061, 90066, 90067, 90064, 90065, 90248, 91326, 91324, 91325, 90013, 90012, 90011, 90010, 90017, 90016, 90015, 90014, 91364, 90028, 90095, 90094, 91042, 91352, 91356, 91406, 91402, 90041, 90042, 90043, 90044, 90045, 90046, 90047, 90048, 90049, 90019, 90018, 91423, 90210, 91303, 91304, 91306, 90079, 90071, 90077, 90059, 91331, 91330, 91335, 90026, 90027, 90024, 90025, 90023, 90020, 90021, 90029, 90272, 90732, 90731, 90230, 91405, 91403, 91401, 90033, 90032, 90038, 90057, 90052, 90058, 90744, 90501, 90502, 90009, 90030, 90050, 90051, 90053, 90054, 90055, 90060, 90070, 90072, 90074, 90075, 90076, 90078, 90080, 90081, 90082, 90083, 90084, 90086, 90087, 90088, 90093, 90099, 90134, 90140, 90189, 90213, 90294, 90295, 90733, 90734, 90748, 91041, 91043, 91305, 91308, 91309, 91313, 91327, 91328, 91333, 91334, 91337, 91346, 91353, 91357, 91365, 91392, 91393, 91394, 91395, 91396, 91404, 91407, 91408, 91409, 91410, 91412, 91413, 91416, 91426, 91470, 91482, 91499, 91603, 91609, 91610, 91614, 91615, 91616, 91617, 91618
Longitude: -118.4068
Latitude: 34.1141
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 30 to 35
The USDA growing zone is 10a in Los Angeles, CA. 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 Los Angeles is 30 to 35 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Los Angeles, CA.
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Tools You'll Love
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.

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