Best Plants For Savanna, IL

plants by zone map for Savanna, IL

A variety of plants are suitable for Savanna'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 Savanna, IL based on our analysis of the region's climate.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Savanna include beets, broccoli and brussels sprouts, while fruits like apples, apricots and blackberries will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like aster, azaleas and bee balm for the best results.

Worm Composting Kit

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.
Raised Garden Planter

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Trees for Savanna

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 Savanna

Apples
Apricots
Blackberries
Blueberries
Cherries
Concord Grapes
Currants
Elderberries
Gooseberries
Grapes
Hardy Kiwi
Mulberries
Peaches
Pears
Plums
Quince
Raspberries
Rhubarb
Saskatoon Berry
Strawberries
Brass Watering Can

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.
Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Flowers for Savanna

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 Savanna

Beets
Broccoli
Brussels sprouts
Cabbage
Carrots
Cauliflower
Cucumbers
Green beans
Kale
Lettuce
Onions
Peas
Peppers
Potatoes
Radishes
Spinach
Squash
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 Savanna, IL climate.

Some of the best vegetables for Savanna, IL include beets, broccoli and brussels sprouts. Other recommended vegetables include Cabbage, Carrots and Cauliflower based on Savanna's USDA hardiness zone.

Map of IL Hardiness Zones

plants by zone map for Savanna, ILChoose plants with your zone in mind

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

Cluck Around Sign

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.
Wooden Chicken Coop

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.
Seed Starting Trays

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.
Raised Garden Planter

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.
Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Best Time to Plant in Savanna

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

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.

Brass Watering Can

Brass Watering Can

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

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

High-capacity watering can with comfortable grip and precise spout.
Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.
Small Greenhouse Kit

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.
Worm Composting Kit

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.
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Savanna's Temperature

USDA Growing Zone: 5a

Zip Codes: 61074

Longitude: -90.1395

Latitude: 42.0904

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -20 to -15

The USDA growing zone is 5a in Savanna, 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 Savanna is -20 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Savanna, IL.

Map of Savanna

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.
Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.
Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.
Brass Watering Can

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.
Small Greenhouse Kit

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

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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.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

High-capacity watering can with comfortable grip and precise spout.
Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.
Raised Garden Planter

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.
Self Watering Plant Pots

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.
Metal Arbor Trellis

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

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Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.
Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.
Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.
Raised Garden Bed Kit

Raised Garden Bed Kit

Easy-to-assemble raised garden bed for better soil control and drainage.

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