Best Plants For Cerro Gordo, NC

A variety of plants are suitable for Cerro Gordo's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 8b, with average annual lows of 15 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Cerro Gordo, NC based on our analysis of the region's climate.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Cerro Gordo include beets, bell peppers and broccoli, while fruits like apple, apricot and blackberry will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like azalea, begonia and camellia for the best results.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Trees for Cerro Gordo

American Holly

American Sycamore

Bald Cypress

Black Walnut

Catalpa Tree

Eastern Redbud

European Beech

Japanese Maple

Pear Tree

River Birch

Saucer Magnolia

Southern Live Oak

Southern Red Oak

Sugar Maple

Sweet Bay Magnolia

Tulip Poplar

White Ash

Witch Hazel

Yoshino Cherry

Yulan Magnolia

Fruits for Cerro Gordo

Apple

Apricot

Blackberry

Blueberry

Cherry

Fig

Grape

Kiwi

Lemon

Lime

Mulberry

Olive

Orange

Peach

Pear

Persimmon

Plum

Pomegranate

Raspberry

Strawberries

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Flowers for Cerro Gordo

Azalea

Begonia

Camellia

Chrysanthemums

Clematis

Coneflower

Cosmos

Dahlia

Daphne

Daylily

Gardenia

Geranium

Hydrangea

Iris

Lilac

Marigold

Peony

Roses

Viburnum

Wisteria

Vegetables for Cerro Gordo

Beets

Bell Peppers

Broccoli

Cabbage

Carrots

Collard Greens

Cucumbers

Eggplant

Garlic

Green Beans

Kale

Lettuce

Okra

Onions

Radish

Spinach

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 Cerro Gordo, NC climate.

Map of NC Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

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

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

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.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

Cerro Gordo's Temperature

The USDA growing zone is 8b in Cerro Gordo, 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 Cerro Gordo is 15 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Cerro Gordo, NC.

Map of Cerro Gordo

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

Reusable Grow Bags

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

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

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.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

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Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

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.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.