What Plants Grow Well In 50420?
The USDA hardiness zone is 5a in the 50420. 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 50420's climate based on this hardiness zone.
Learn more hardiness zones on our page for Alexander's growing zone.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Cluck Around Sign

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket
Trees for 50420
Fruits for 50420
Flowers for 50420
Vegetables for 50420

Planting Advice for 50420
Have questions about planting in 50420's climate? Check out our FAQ below for answers to common questions about growing plants in the area.
Zip code 50420 is in USDA hardiness zone 5a, which means plants there can survive temperatures as low as -20 to -15°F each year.
Best Time to Plant in Alexander
Check the growing calendar for Alexander at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.

Reusable Grow Bags

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Seed Starting Trays

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