What Plants Grow Well In 17236?
The USDA hardiness zone is 7a in the 17236. 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 17236's climate based on this hardiness zone.
Learn more hardiness zones on our page for Mercersburg's growing zone.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Metal Arbor Trellis

Small Greenhouse Kit

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit
Trees for 17236
Fruits for 17236
Flowers for 17236
Vegetables for 17236

Planting Advice for 17236
Have questions about planting in 17236's climate? Check out our FAQ below for answers to common questions about growing plants in the area.
Zip code 17236 is in USDA hardiness zone 7a, which means plants there can survive temperatures as low as 0 to 5°F each year.
Best Time to Plant in Mercersburg
Check the growing calendar for Mercersburg at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.

Brass Watering Can

Cluck Around Sign

Self Watering Plant Pots

Seed Starting Trays

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

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