Best Plants For Isla Vista, CA

A variety of plants are suitable for Isla Vista'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 Isla Vista, CA based on our analysis of the region's climate.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Isla Vista include beets, bell peppers and bush beans, while fruits like avocado, banana and dragon fruit will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like begonias, bird of paradise and bougainvillea for the best results.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Trees for Isla Vista

Avocado Tree

Banana Tree

Blood Orange Tree

Canary Island Pine

Coconut Palm Tree

Eucalyptus Tree

Fig Tree

Guava Tree

Jacaranda Tree

Key Lime Tree

Mango Tree

Mulberry Tree

Norfolk Island Pine

Olive Tree

Papaya Tree

Royal Poinciana

Satsuma Tangerine Tree

Sourwood Tree

Sweet Acacia

Sweet Olive Tree

Fruits for Isla Vista

Avocado

Banana

Dragon fruit

Fig

Grapefruit

Guava

Kiwi

Kumquat

Lemon

Lime

Loquat

Mango

Olive

Orange

Papaya

Passion fruit

Persimmon

Pineapple

Pomegranate

Sapote

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Flowers for Isla Vista

Begonias

Bird of Paradise

Bougainvillea

Frangipani (Plumeria)

Gardenia

Geranium

Ginger

Hibiscus

Impatiens

Jasmine

Lantana

Mandevilla

Marigold

Oleander

Petunia

Plumeria

Purple Coneflower.

Sunflower

Zinnia

Vegetables for Isla Vista

Beets

Bell Peppers

Bush Beans

Cabbage

Carrots

Collard Greens

Cucumber

Eggplant

Garlic

Kale

Lettuce

Okra

Onions

Pole Beans

Spinach

Squash

Sweet Potatoes

Swiss Chard

Tomatoes

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 Isla Vista, CA climate.

Map of CA Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

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

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

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.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

Isla Vista's Temperature

The USDA growing zone is 10a in Isla Vista, 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 Isla Vista is 30 to 35 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Isla Vista, CA.

Map of Isla Vista

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

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

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.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

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Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.