Best Plants For St. Olaf, IA
USDA Growing Zone: 5a
Zip Codes: 52072
Longitude: -91.3877
Latitude: 42.9268
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -20 to -15

The USDA growing zone is 5a in St. Olaf, IA. This climate hardiness zone is a measure of the lowest temperature that a plant can survive, helping you to decide what plants would be suitable for your climate. We have temperature requirement information and a map of U.S. hardiness zones over on our page on the growing zone for St. Olaf, IA.

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 Watering Can
Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Seed Starting Trays
Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Raised Garden Planter
Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.
Not Sure When to Plant?
Check the growing calendar for St. Olaf at the Old Farmer's Almanac.
Trees
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
Apples
Apricots
Blackberries
Blueberries
Cherries
Concord Grapes
Currants
Elderberries
Gooseberries
Grapes
Hardy Kiwi
Mulberries
Peaches
Pears
Plums
Quince
Raspberries
Rhubarb
Saskatoon Berry
Strawberries
Flowers
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
Beets
Broccoli
Brussels sprouts
Cabbage
Carrots
Cauliflower
Cucumbers
Green beans
Kale
Lettuce
Onions
Peas
Peppers
Potatoes
Radishes
Spinach
Squash
Swiss chard
Tomatoes
Zucchini.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife
Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Wooden Chicken Coop
Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Raised Garden Bed Kit
Easy-to-assemble raised garden bed for better soil control and drainage.

Seed Starting Trays
Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis
Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.