Best Plants For Covington, TX

plants by zone map for Covington, TX

A variety of plants are suitable for Covington's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 8b, with average annual lows of 15 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Covington, TX based on our analysis of the region's climate.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Covington include beets, bell peppers and broccoli, while fruits like apple, apricot and blackberry will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like azalea, begonia and camellia for the best results.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.
Raised Garden Planter

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Trees for Covington

American Holly
American Sycamore
Bald Cypress
Black Walnut
Catalpa Tree
Eastern Redbud
European Beech
Japanese Maple
Pear Tree
River Birch
Saucer Magnolia
Southern Live Oak
Southern Red Oak
Sugar Maple
Sweet Bay Magnolia
Tulip Poplar
White Ash
Witch Hazel
Yoshino Cherry
Yulan Magnolia

Fruits for Covington

Apple
Apricot
Blackberry
Blueberry
Cherry
Fig
Grape
Kiwi
Lemon
Lime
Mulberry
Olive
Orange
Peach
Pear
Persimmon
Plum
Pomegranate
Raspberry
Strawberries
Wooden Chicken Coop

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.
Brass Watering Can

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Flowers for Covington

Azalea
Begonia
Camellia
Chrysanthemums
Clematis
Coneflower
Cosmos
Dahlia
Daphne
Daylily
Gardenia
Geranium
Hydrangea
Iris
Lilac
Marigold
Peony
Roses
Viburnum
Wisteria

Vegetables for Covington

Beets
Bell Peppers
Broccoli
Cabbage
Carrots
Collard Greens
Cucumbers
Eggplant
Garlic
Green Beans
Kale
Lettuce
Okra
Onions
Radish
Spinach
Sweet Potatoes
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 Covington, TX climate.

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

Map of TX Hardiness Zones

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

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

Wooden Chicken Coop

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.
Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Complete garden tool set with heavy-duty stainless steel tools for all your gardening needs.
Raised Garden Planter

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.
Reusable Grow Bags

Reusable Grow Bags

Breathable fabric grow bags that promote healthy root growth for your vegetables and fruits.
Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Best Time to Plant in Covington

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

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.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.
Brass Watering Can

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.
Raised Garden Planter

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.
Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.
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Covington's Temperature

USDA Growing Zone: 8b

Zip Codes: 76636

Longitude: -97.2603

Latitude: 32.1784

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 15 to 20

The USDA growing zone is 8b in Covington, 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 Covington is 15 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Covington, TX.

Map of Covington

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.
Seed Starting Trays

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.
Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Complete garden tool set with heavy-duty stainless steel tools for all your gardening needs.
Self Watering Plant Pots

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.
Cluck Around Sign

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

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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.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.
Small Greenhouse Kit

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.
Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.
Raised Garden Planter

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.
Metal Arbor Trellis

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

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Seed Starting Trays

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.
Small Greenhouse Kit

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.
Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.
Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.
Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

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