Best Plants For Highlands, NC

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

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Highlands 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.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

Trees for Highlands

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 Highlands

Apples

Apricots

Blackberries

Blueberries

Cherries

Currants

Elderberries

Figs

Grapes

Kiwifruit

Mulberries

Nectarines

Pawpaw

Peaches

Pears

Persimmons

Plums

Pomegranates

Raspberries

Strawberries

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Flowers for Highlands

Azaleas

Butterfly Bush

Chrysanthemums

Coneflowers

Daffodils

Daylilies

Geraniums

Hostas

Hydrangeas

Iris

Lavender

Marigolds

Pansies

Petunias

Phlox

Roses

Salvia

Sunflowers

Tulips

Zinnia

Vegetables for Highlands

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 Highlands, NC climate.

Map of NC Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

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

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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

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 Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

Highlands's Temperature

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

Map of Highlands

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

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.

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.

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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.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

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Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.