Best Plants For Mitchell, IL

plants by zone map for Mitchell, IL

A variety of plants are suitable for Mitchell's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 7a, with average annual lows of 0 to 5 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Mitchell, IL based on our analysis of the region's climate.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Mitchell include beets, bell peppers and broccoli, while fruits like apples, apricots and blackberries will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like azaleas, butterfly bush and chrysanthemums for the best results.

Trees for Mitchell

American Beech
American Holly
Black Cherry
Black Walnut
Blue Spruce
Dogwood
Eastern Red Cedar
Green Ash
Honey Locust
Northern Red Oak
Pin Oak.
Redbud
River Birch
Silver Maple
Sugar Maple
Sweetgum
White Ash
White Oak
White Pine
Yellow Poplar (Tulip Tree)

Fruits for Mitchell

Apples
Apricots
Blackberries
Blueberries
Cherries
Currants
Elderberries
Figs
Grapes
Kiwifruit
Mulberries
Nectarines
Pawpaw
Peaches
Pears
Persimmons
Plums
Pomegranates
Raspberries
Strawberries

Flowers for Mitchell

Azaleas
Butterfly Bush
Chrysanthemums
Coneflowers
Daffodils
Daylilies
Geraniums
Hostas
Hydrangeas
Iris
Lavender
Marigolds
Pansies
Petunias
Phlox
Roses
Salvia
Sunflowers
Tulips
Zinnia

Vegetables for Mitchell

Beets
Bell Peppers
Broccoli
Cabbage
Carrots
Cucumbers
Eggplant
Garlic
Green Beans
Kale
Lettuce
Onions
Radishes
Spinach
Squash
Sweet Corn
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 Mitchell, IL climate.

Some of the best vegetables for Mitchell, IL include beets, bell peppers and broccoli. Other recommended vegetables include Cabbage, Carrots and Cucumbers based on Mitchell's USDA hardiness zone.

Map of IL Hardiness Zones

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

Best Time to Plant in Mitchell

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

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Mitchell's Temperature

USDA Growing Zone: 7a

Zip Codes: 62040

Longitude: -90.0816

Latitude: 38.7631

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 0 to 5

The USDA growing zone is 7a in Mitchell, IL. 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 Mitchell is 0 to 5 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Mitchell, IL.

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