Best Plants For East Spencer, NC

A variety of plants are suitable for East Spencer's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 8a, with average annual lows of 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for East Spencer, NC based on our analysis of the region's climate.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to East Spencer include beets, broccoli and brussels sprouts, while fruits like apple, apricot and blackberries will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like azalea, black-eyed susan and butterfly weed for the best results.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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

Trees for East Spencer

American Beech

American Holly

American Sycamore

Bald Cypress

Black Cherry

Chinese Elm

Dogwood

Eastern Redbud

Eastern White Pine

Honey Locust

Live Oak

Loblolly Pine

London Plane Tree

Red Maple

River Birch

Silver Maple

Southern Magnolia

Sweetbay Magnolia

Tulip Poplar

White Oak

Fruits for East Spencer

Apple

Apricot

Blackberries

Blueberries

Cherry

Currants

Fig

Grape

Kiwi

Lemon

Mulberry

Orange

Peach

Pear

Persimmon

Plum

Pomegranate

Raspberries

Strawberries

Strawberry

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Flowers for East Spencer

Azalea

Black-eyed Susan

Butterfly weed

Chrysanthemum

Coneflower

Daylily

Four o'clock

Geranium

Hydrangea

Impatiens

Lavender

Marigold

Pansy

Peony

Phlox

Snapdragons

Sunflower

Turf Lily

Virginia Bluebell.

Zinnia

Vegetables for East Spencer

Beets

Broccoli

Brussels Sprouts

Carrots

Collard Greens

Cucumbers

Eggplant

Green Beans

Kale

Lettuce

Okra

Peppers

Radishes

Red Cabbage

Spinach

Squash

Sweet Corn

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 East Spencer, NC climate.

Map of NC Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

Choosing plants based on the growing zone for East Spencer ensures that your plants will be able to survive the lowest annual temperatures in your area of North Carolina.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

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.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

East Spencer's Temperature

The USDA growing zone is 8a in East Spencer, NC. 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 East Spencer is 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for East Spencer, NC.

Map of East Spencer

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Reusable Grow Bags

Breathable fabric grow bags that promote healthy root growth for your vegetables and fruits.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

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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.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Plants For Other States

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Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Reusable Grow Bags

Breathable fabric grow bags that promote healthy root growth for your vegetables and fruits.