Best Plants For Shelby, MT

A variety of plants are suitable for Shelby's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 4a, with average annual lows of -30 to -25 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Shelby, MT based on our analysis of the region's climate.

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

For flower beds, go with choices like astilbe (astilbe), black-eyed susan (rudbeckia hirta) and bleeding heart (dicentra spectabilis) for the best results.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Trees for Shelby

American Basswood

American Elm

American Sycamore

Balsam Fir

Black Cherry

Black Walnut

Blue Spruce

Canadian Hemlock

Eastern Hemlock

Eastern White Pine

Hackberry

Hawthorn

Honey Locust

Northern Red Oak

Norway Spruce

River Birch

Sugar Maple

Tamarack

White Ash

White Spruce

Fruits for Shelby

Apples

Apricots

Blackberries

Blueberries

Cherries

Currants

Elderberries

Gooseberries

Grapes

Hardy Kiwi

Highbush cranberries

Mulberries

Peaches

Pears

Plums

Quince

Raspberries

Rhubarb

Saskatoon berries

Strawberries

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Flowers for Shelby

Astilbe (Astilbe)

Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta)

Bleeding Heart (Dicentra spectabilis)

Clematis (Clematis)

Coral Bells (Heuchera)

Coreopsis (Coreopsis)

Daylily (Hemerocallis)

Delphinium (Delphinium)

Hosta (Hosta spp.)

Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)

Lily-of-the-Valley (Convallaria majalis)

Lupine (Lupinus)

Pansies (Viola x wittrockiana)

Peony (Paeonia lactiflora)

Phlox (Phlox paniculata)

Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea)

Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum x superbum)

Siberian Iris (Iris sibirica)

Veronica (Veronica)

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)

Vegetables for Shelby

Beets

Broccoli

Brussels sprouts

Cabbage

Carrots

Cucumbers

Green beans

Kale

Lettuce

Onions

Parsnips

Peas

Potatoes

Radishes

Spinach

Sweet Corn

Swiss Chard

Tomatoes

Turnips

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 Shelby, MT climate.

Map of MT Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

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

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

High-capacity watering can with comfortable grip and precise spout.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

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.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

Shelby's Temperature

The USDA growing zone is 4a in Shelby, MT. 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 Shelby is -30 to -25 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Shelby, MT.

Map of Shelby

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

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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.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

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Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Complete garden tool set with heavy-duty stainless steel tools for all your gardening needs.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.