What Plants Grow Well In 49931?
The USDA hardiness zone is 5b in the 49931. 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 49931's climate based on this hardiness zone.
Learn more hardiness zones on our page for Houghton's growing zone.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Brass Watering Can
Trees for 49931
Fruits for 49931
Flowers for 49931
Vegetables for 49931

Planting Advice for 49931
Have questions about planting in 49931's climate? Check out our FAQ below for answers to common questions about growing plants in the area.
Zip code 49931 is in USDA hardiness zone 5b, which means plants there can survive temperatures as low as -15 to -10°F each year.
Best Time to Plant in Houghton
Check the growing calendar for Houghton at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Seed Starting Trays

Wooden Chicken Coop

Cluck Around Sign

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