Best Plants For Central, LA
A variety of plants are suitable for Central's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 9a, with average annual lows of 20 to 25 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Central, LA based on our analysis of the region's climate.
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Trees for Central
- Avocado Tree
- Bald Cypress
- Black Walnut
- Camellia Japonica
- Crape Myrtle
- Eastern Red Cedar
- Fig Tree
- Lacebark Elm
- Live Oak
- Meyer Lemon Tree
- Pink Dogwood
- Pomegranate Tree
- Red Maple
- River Birch
- Satsuma Mandarin Tree
- Southern Magnolia
- Sweet Gum
- Sycamore Tree
- Washington Palm
- Weeping Willow
Fruits for Central
- Apples
- Apricots
- Asian Pears
- Avocados
- Figs
- Grapes
- Guavas
- Jujubes
- Kiwifruit
- Kumquats
- Lemons
- Limes
- Loquats
- Mulberries
- Olives
- Oranges
- Passionfruit
- Peaches
- Pears
- Persimmons
- Plums
- Pomegranates
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Flowers for Central
- Begonia
- Bougainvillea
- Cosmos
- Daffodil
- Dahlia
- Daisy
- Daylily
- Geranium
- Hibiscus
- Impatiens
- Iris.
- Lantana
- Lavender
- Marigold
- Periwinkle
- Petunia
- Rosemary
- Sunflower
- Sweet Pea
- Zinnia
Vegetables for Central
- Beets
- Bell Peppers
- Broccoli
- Cabbage
- Carrots
- Collard Greens
- Cucumbers
- Eggplant
- Green Beans
- Kale
- Lettuce
- Okra
- Onions
- Radish
- Spinach
- Squash
- Sweet Potatoes
- 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 Central, LA climate.
№ 01What vegetables grow well in Central?+
Some of the best vegetables for Central, LA include beets, bell peppers and broccoli. Other recommended vegetables include Cabbage, Carrots and Collard Greens based on Central's USDA hardiness zone.
№ 02What fruits grow well in Central?+
Some of the best fruits for Central, LA include apples, apricots and asian pears. Other recommended fruits include Avocados, Figs and Grapes based on Central's USDA hardiness zone.
№ 03What flowers grow well in Central?+
Some of the best flowers for Central, LA include begonia, bougainvillea and cosmos. Other recommended flowers include Daffodil, Dahlia and Daisy based on Central's USDA hardiness zone.
№ 04What trees grow well in Central?+
Some of the best trees for Central, LA include avocado tree, bald cypress and black walnut. Other recommended trees include Camellia Japonica, Crape Myrtle and Eastern Red Cedar based on Central's USDA hardiness zone.
№ 05What shrubs grow well in Central?+
We're still building our shrubs database for Central, LA. Browse all shrubs or search by postal code to find more plants.
Map of LA Hardiness Zones
Choosing plants based on the Central hardiness zone ensures that your plants will be able to survive the lowest annual temperatures in your area of Louisiana.
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Best Time to Plant in Central
Check the growing calendar for Central at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.
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Central's Temperature
USDA Growing Zone: 9a
Longitude: -91.0369
Latitude: 30.5593
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 20 to 25
The USDA growing zone is 9a in Central, LA. 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 Central is 20 to 25 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the USDA plant hardiness zone for Central.
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