Best Plants For Monroe, SD

A variety of plants are suitable for Monroe's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 5a, with average annual lows of -20 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Monroe, SD based on our analysis of the region's climate.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Monroe include beets, broccoli and brussels sprouts, while fruits like apples, apricots and blackberries will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like aster, azaleas and bee balm for the best results.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

High-capacity watering can with comfortable grip and precise spout.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Trees for Monroe

American Beech (Fagus grandifolia)

American Elm (Ulmus americana)

Black Cherry (Prunus serotina).

Black Walnut (Juglans nigra)

Colorado Blue Spruce (Picea pungens)

Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii)

Eastern Hemlock (Tsuga canadensis)

Eastern Red Cedar (Juniperus virginiana)

Littleleaf Linden (Tilia cordata)

Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra)

Red Maple (Acer rubrum)

River Birch (Betula nigra)

Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum)

Sweet Birch (Betula lenta)

White Ash (Fraxinus americana)

White Birch (Betula papyrifera)

White fir (Abies concolor)

White Oak (Quercus alba)

White Pine (Pinus strobus)

Yellow Birch (Betula alleghaniensis)

Fruits for Monroe

Apples

Apricots

Blackberries

Blueberries

Cherries

Concord Grapes

Currants

Elderberries

Gooseberries

Grapes

Hardy Kiwi

Mulberries

Peaches

Pears

Plums

Quince

Raspberries

Rhubarb

Saskatoon Berry

Strawberries

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Flowers for Monroe

Aster

Azaleas

Bee Balm

Black-Eyed Susans

Columbines

Coneflowers

Daffodils

Daylilies

Garden Phlox

Hostas

Hydrangeas

Irises

Marigolds

Peonies

Primrose

Rhododendrons

Rudbeckia

Russian Sage

Sunflowers

Tulips

Vegetables for Monroe

Beets

Broccoli

Brussels sprouts

Cabbage

Carrots

Cauliflower

Cucumbers

Green beans

Kale

Lettuce

Onions

Peas

Peppers

Potatoes

Radishes

Spinach

Squash

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 Monroe, SD climate.

Map of SD Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

Choosing plants based on the growing zone for Monroe ensures that your plants will be able to survive the lowest annual temperatures in your area of South Dakota.

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.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

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.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

Monroe's Temperature

The USDA growing zone is 5a in Monroe, SD. 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 Monroe is -20 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Monroe, SD.

Map of Monroe

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

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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.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

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Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

High-capacity watering can with comfortable grip and precise spout.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.