What Plants Grow Well In 23603?
The USDA hardiness zone is 8a in the 23603 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 23603's climate based on this hardiness zone.
Learn more about climate conditions on our page for Newport News's plant hardiness zone.
You can also look up the USDA growing zone for 23603 directly to see the temperature data behind these planting recommendations.

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Planting Advice for 23603
Have questions about planting in 23603's climate? Check out our FAQ below for answers to common questions about growing plants in the area.
Zip code 23603 is in USDA hardiness zone 8a, which means plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15°F each year.
Best Time to Plant in Newport News
Check the growing calendar for Newport News at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.

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