Best Plants For Lubbock, TX

plants by zone map for Lubbock, TX

A variety of plants are suitable for Lubbock'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 Lubbock, TX based on our analysis of the region's climate.

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

For flower beds, go with choices like azaleas, begonias and chrysanthemums for the best results.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Trees for Lubbock

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 Lubbock

Apples
Apricots
Blackberries
Blueberries
Cherries
Currants
Elderberries
Figs
Grapes
Kiwi
Mulberries
Peaches
Pears
Persimmons
Plums
Pomegranates
Quince
Raspberries
Strawberries
Walnuts
Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.
Small Greenhouse Kit

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Flowers for Lubbock

Azaleas
Begonias
Chrysanthemums
Coneflowers
Crocuses
Daffodils
Dahlia
Daylilies
Geraniums
Hyacinths
Hydrangeas
Irises
Lavender
Lilies
Marigold
Pansies
Periwinkle
Petunias
Roses
Tulips

Vegetables for Lubbock

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 Lubbock, TX climate.

Some of the best vegetables for Lubbock, TX include beets, broccoli and brussels sprouts. Other recommended vegetables include Cabbage, Carrots and Collard Greens based on Lubbock's USDA hardiness zone.

Map of TX Hardiness Zones

plants by zone map for Lubbock, TXChoose plants with your zone in mind

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

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.
Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.
Cluck Around Sign

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.
Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.
Metal Arbor Trellis

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Best Time to Plant in Lubbock

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

Need Gardening Gear?

PlantGuideOnline.com 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

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.
Brass Watering Can

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.
Metal Arbor Trellis

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.
Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.
Worm Composting Kit

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Lubbock's Temperature

USDA Growing Zone: 7b

Zip Codes: 79406, 79423, 79424, 79416, 79412, 79410, 79407, 79414, 79411, 79404, 79401, 79403, 79402, 79415, 79413, 79408, 79409, 79430, 79452, 79453, 79457, 79464, 79490, 79491, 79493, 79499

Longitude: -101.8879

Latitude: 33.5657

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 5 to 10

The USDA growing zone is 7b in Lubbock, TX. 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 Lubbock is 5 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Lubbock, TX.

Map of Lubbock

Large Greenhouse Kit

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.
Self Watering Plant Pots

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.
Seed Starting Trays

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.
Worm Composting Kit

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.
Wooden Chicken Coop

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

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Tools You'll Love

PlantGuideOnline.com 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.

Cluck Around Sign

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.
Metal Arbor Trellis

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.
Raised Garden Planter

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.
Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.
Large Greenhouse Kit

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

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Self Watering Plant Pots

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.
Small Greenhouse Kit

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.
Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.
Brass Watering Can

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.
Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

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