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Best Plants For New Milford, NJ

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

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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 New Milford, NJ climate.

Map of NJ Hardiness Zones

— Plate —NJ · USDA hardiness
plants by zone map for New Milford, NJ
Choose plants with your zone in mind

Choosing plants based on the New Milford hardiness zone ensures that your plants will be able to survive the lowest annual temperatures in your area of New Jersey.

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Best Time to Plant in New Milford

Check the growing calendar for New Milford at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.

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New Milford's Temperature

USDA Growing Zone:

Zip Codes:

Longitude: -74.0196

Latitude: 40.9337

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F):

The USDA growing zone is in New Milford, NJ. 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 New Milford is degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the USDA plant hardiness zone for New Milford.

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Map of New Milford

— Map —Lat 40.9337, Lon -74.0196
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