Best Plants For Lenoir, NC
A variety of plants are suitable for Lenoir's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 7b, with average annual lows of 5 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Lenoir, NC based on our analysis of the region's climate.
Trees for Lenoir
American Holly (Ilex opaca)
American White Elm (Ulmus americana)
Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum)
Black Willow (Salix nigra)
Carolina Silverbell (Halesia carolina)
Dogwood (Cornus florida)
Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis)
Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus)
Loblolly Pine (Pinus taeda)
Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra)
Red Maple (Acer rubrum)
River Birch (Betula nigra)
Southern Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora)
Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum)
Sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua)
Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis)
Tulip Poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera)
Virginia Pine (Pinus virginiana)
White Ash (Fraxinus americana)
White Oak (Quercus alba)
Fruits for Lenoir
Apples
Apricots
Blackberries
Blueberries
Cherries
Currants
Elderberries
Figs
Grapes
Kiwi
Mulberries
Peaches
Pears
Persimmons
Plums
Pomegranates
Quince
Raspberries
Strawberries
Walnuts
Flowers for Lenoir
Azaleas
Begonias
Chrysanthemums
Coneflowers
Crocuses
Daffodils
Dahlia
Daylilies
Geraniums
Hyacinths
Hydrangeas
Irises
Lavender
Lilies
Marigold
Pansies
Periwinkle
Petunias
Roses
Tulips
Vegetables for Lenoir
Beets
Broccoli
Brussels Sprouts
Cabbage
Carrots
Collard Greens
Cucumbers
Eggplant
Green Beans
Kale
Lettuce
Peas
Radishes
Spinach
Squash
Sweet Bell Peppers
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 Lenoir, NC climate.
Some of the best vegetables for Lenoir, NC include beets, broccoli and brussels sprouts. Other recommended vegetables include Cabbage, Carrots and Collard Greens based on Lenoir's USDA hardiness zone.
Map of NC Hardiness Zones
Choose plants with your zone in mindChoosing plants based on the growing zone for Lenoir ensures that your plants will be able to survive the lowest annual temperatures in your area of North Carolina.
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Cluck Around Sign
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Seed Starting Trays
Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.
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Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife
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Best Time to Plant in Lenoir
Check the growing calendar for Lenoir at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.
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Lenoir's Temperature
USDA Growing Zone: 7b
Longitude: -81.5249
Latitude: 35.9094
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 5 to 10
The USDA growing zone is 7b in Lenoir, 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 Lenoir is 5 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Lenoir, NC.
Map of Lenoir
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