What Plants Grow Well In 11226?
The USDA hardiness zone is 7b in the 11226 zip code. This zone is a measure of the lowest temperature that a plant can survive, and helps determine what plants would grow best in the area's climate. Below you'll find a list of the best plants for 11226's climate based on this hardiness zone.
Learn more about climate conditions on our page for Brooklyn's plant hardiness zone.
You can also look up the USDA growing zone for 11226 directly to see the temperature data behind these planting recommendations.
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Trees for 11226
- 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 11226
- 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 11226
- Azaleas
- Begonias
- Chrysanthemums
- Coneflowers
- Crocuses
- Daffodils
- Dahlia
- Daylilies
- Geraniums
- Hyacinths
- Hydrangeas
- Irises
- Lavender
- Lilies
- Marigold
- Pansies
- Periwinkle
- Petunias
- Roses
- Tulips
Vegetables for 11226
- 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
Planting Advice for 11226
Have questions about planting in 11226's climate? Check out our FAQ below for answers to common questions about growing plants in the area.
№ 01What hardiness zone is 11226?+
Zip code 11226 is in USDA hardiness zone 7b, which means plants there can survive temperatures as low as 5 to 10°F each year.
№ 02What growing zone is 11226?+
11226 is in zone 7b. Hardiness zones and growing zones are the same thing, and the terms are used interchangeably.
№ 03What does zone 7b mean for 11226?+
Use zone 7b when selecting plants for 11226. Plants rated for other zones may not survive 11226's winter temperatures. Always check plant tags and labels for zone recommendations.
№ 04Can I grow plants for other zones in 11226?+
While you can try plants from other zones in 11226, they may need winter protection or indoor shelter during cold spells. Focus on plants recommended for Brooklyn's climate for the best results.
№ 05Where can I learn more about 11226's hardiness zone?+
For detailed growing zone information, visit our page on the growing zone for Brooklyn.
№ 06Can I search for plants by town instead of postal code?+
Absolutely. We offer plant recommendations for every town in the United States. We have a page on the best plants for Brooklyn that you might be interested in.
№ 07Best vegetables for 11226?+
Recommended vegetables for 11226 include 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 and Zucchini.
№ 08What fruits grow well in 11226?+
The best fruits for 11226 include Apples, Apricots, Blackberries, Blueberries, Cherries, Currants, Elderberries, Figs, Grapes, Kiwi, Mulberries, Peaches, Pears, Persimmons, Plums, Pomegranates, Quince, Raspberries, Strawberries and Walnuts.
№ 09Good flowers for 11226?+
For 11226 we recommend flowers like Azaleas, Begonias, Chrysanthemums, Coneflowers, Crocuses, Daffodils, Dahlia, Daylilies, Geraniums, Hyacinths, Hydrangeas, Irises, Lavender, Lilies, Marigold, Pansies, Periwinkle, Petunias, Roses and Tulips.
№ 10What trees grow well in 11226?+
Trees for 11226's temperatures include 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) and White Oak (Quercus alba).
№ 11Best shrubs for 11226?+
We're still building our shrubs database for 11226. Our data is updated regularly with the latest USDA data, so check back often.
Best Time to Plant in Brooklyn
Check the growing calendar for Brooklyn at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.
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