Best Plants For Marion, IA
A variety of plants are suitable for Marion's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 5a, with average annual lows of -20 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Marion, IA based on our analysis of the region's climate.
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Trees for Marion
- 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 for Marion
- Apples
- Apricots
- Blackberries
- Blueberries
- Cherries
- Concord Grapes
- Currants
- Elderberries
- Gooseberries
- Grapes
- Hardy Kiwi
- Mulberries
- Peaches
- Pears
- Plums
- Quince
- Raspberries
- Rhubarb
- Saskatoon Berry
- Strawberries
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Flowers for Marion
- 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 for Marion
- Beets
- Broccoli
- Brussels sprouts
- Cabbage
- Carrots
- Cauliflower
- Cucumbers
- Green beans
- Kale
- Lettuce
- Onions
- Peas
- Peppers
- Potatoes
- Radishes
- Spinach
- Squash
- Swiss chard
- Tomatoes
- Zucchini.
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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 Marion, IA climate.
№ 01What vegetables grow well in Marion?+
Some of the best vegetables for Marion, IA include beets, broccoli and brussels sprouts. Other recommended vegetables include Cabbage, Carrots and Cauliflower based on Marion's USDA hardiness zone.
№ 02What fruits grow well in Marion?+
Some of the best fruits for Marion, IA include apples, apricots and blackberries. Other recommended fruits include Blueberries, Cherries and Concord Grapes based on Marion's USDA hardiness zone.
№ 03What flowers grow well in Marion?+
Some of the best flowers for Marion, IA include aster, azaleas and bee balm. Other recommended flowers include Black-Eyed Susans, Columbines and Coneflowers based on Marion's USDA hardiness zone.
№ 04What trees grow well in Marion?+
Some of the best trees for Marion, IA include american beech (fagus grandifolia), american elm (ulmus americana) and black cherry (prunus serotina).. Other recommended trees include Black Walnut (Juglans nigra), Colorado Blue Spruce (Picea pungens) and Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) based on Marion's USDA hardiness zone.
№ 05What shrubs grow well in Marion?+
We're still building our shrubs database for Marion, IA. Browse all shrubs or search by postal code to find more plants.
Map of IA Hardiness Zones
Choosing plants based on the Marion hardiness zone ensures that your plants will be able to survive the lowest annual temperatures in your area of Iowa.
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Best Time to Plant in Marion
Check the growing calendar for Marion at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.
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Marion's Temperature
USDA Growing Zone: 5a
Longitude: -91.585
Latitude: 42.0451
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -20 to -15
The USDA growing zone is 5a in Marion, IA. 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 Marion is -20 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the USDA plant hardiness zone for Marion.
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