Best Plants For New York, NY
A variety of plants are suitable for New York'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 New York, NY based on our analysis of the region's climate.
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Trees for New York
- 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 New York
- Apples
- Apricots
- Blackberries
- Blueberries
- Cherries
- Currants
- Elderberries
- Figs
- Grapes
- Kiwi
- Mulberries
- Peaches
- Pears
- Persimmons
- Plums
- Pomegranates
- Quince
- Raspberries
- Strawberries
- Walnuts
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Flowers for New York
- Azaleas
- Begonias
- Chrysanthemums
- Coneflowers
- Crocuses
- Daffodils
- Dahlia
- Daylilies
- Geraniums
- Hyacinths
- Hydrangeas
- Irises
- Lavender
- Lilies
- Marigold
- Pansies
- Periwinkle
- Petunias
- Roses
- Tulips
Vegetables for New York
- 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
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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 York, NY climate.
№ 01What vegetables grow well in New York?+
Some of the best vegetables for New York, NY include beets, broccoli and brussels sprouts. Other recommended vegetables include Cabbage, Carrots and Collard Greens based on New York's USDA hardiness zone.
№ 02What fruits grow well in New York?+
Some of the best fruits for New York, NY include apples, apricots and blackberries. Other recommended fruits include Blueberries, Cherries and Currants based on New York's USDA hardiness zone.
№ 03What flowers grow well in New York?+
Some of the best flowers for New York, NY include azaleas, begonias and chrysanthemums. Other recommended flowers include Coneflowers, Crocuses and Daffodils based on New York's USDA hardiness zone.
№ 04What trees grow well in New York?+
Some of the best trees for New York, NY include american holly (ilex opaca), american white elm (ulmus americana) and bald cypress (taxodium distichum). Other recommended trees include Black Willow (Salix nigra), Carolina Silverbell (Halesia carolina) and Dogwood (Cornus florida) based on New York's USDA hardiness zone.
№ 05What shrubs grow well in New York?+
We're still building our shrubs database for New York, NY. Browse all shrubs or search by postal code to find more plants.
Map of NY Hardiness Zones
Choosing plants based on the New York hardiness zone ensures that your plants will be able to survive the lowest annual temperatures in your area of New York.
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Best Time to Plant in New York
Check the growing calendar for New York at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.
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New York's Temperature
USDA Growing Zone: 7b
Longitude: -73.9249
Latitude: 40.6943
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 5 to 10
The USDA growing zone is 7b in New York, NY. 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 York is 5 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the USDA plant hardiness zone for New York.
Do you know your zip code? Use the zip code links listed above to find planting recommendations tailored to your exact neighborhood within New York, NY.
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