What Plants Grow Well In 52249?
The USDA hardiness zone is 5a in the 52249 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 52249's climate based on this hardiness zone.
Learn more about climate conditions on our page for Keystone's plant hardiness zone.
You can also look up the USDA growing zone for 52249 directly to see the temperature data behind these planting recommendations.
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Trees for 52249
- American Beech (Fagus grandifolia)
- American Elm (Ulmus americana)
- Black Cherry (Prunus serotina).
- Black Walnut (Juglans nigra)
- Colorado Blue Spruce (Picea pungens)
- Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii)
- Eastern Hemlock (Tsuga canadensis)
- Eastern Red Cedar (Juniperus virginiana)
- Littleleaf Linden (Tilia cordata)
- Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra)
- Red Maple (Acer rubrum)
- River Birch (Betula nigra)
- Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum)
- Sweet Birch (Betula lenta)
- White Ash (Fraxinus americana)
- White Birch (Betula papyrifera)
- White fir (Abies concolor)
- White Oak (Quercus alba)
- White Pine (Pinus strobus)
- Yellow Birch (Betula alleghaniensis)
Fruits for 52249
- Apples
- Apricots
- Blackberries
- Blueberries
- Cherries
- Concord Grapes
- Currants
- Elderberries
- Gooseberries
- Grapes
- Hardy Kiwi
- Mulberries
- Peaches
- Pears
- Plums
- Quince
- Raspberries
- Rhubarb
- Saskatoon Berry
- Strawberries
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Flowers for 52249
- Aster
- Azaleas
- Bee Balm
- Black-Eyed Susans
- Columbines
- Coneflowers
- Daffodils
- Daylilies
- Garden Phlox
- Hostas
- Hydrangeas
- Irises
- Marigolds
- Peonies
- Primrose
- Rhododendrons
- Rudbeckia
- Russian Sage
- Sunflowers
- Tulips
Vegetables for 52249
- Beets
- Broccoli
- Brussels sprouts
- Cabbage
- Carrots
- Cauliflower
- Cucumbers
- Green beans
- Kale
- Lettuce
- Onions
- Peas
- Peppers
- Potatoes
- Radishes
- Spinach
- Squash
- Swiss chard
- Tomatoes
- Zucchini.

Planting Advice for 52249
Have questions about planting in 52249's climate? Check out our FAQ below for answers to common questions about growing plants in the area.
โ 01What hardiness zone is 52249?+
Zip code 52249 is in USDA hardiness zone 5a, which means plants there can survive temperatures as low as -20 to -15ยฐF each year.
โ 02What growing zone is 52249?+
52249 is in zone 5a. Hardiness zones and growing zones are the same thing, and the terms are used interchangeably.
โ 03What does zone 5a mean for 52249?+
Use zone 5a when selecting plants for 52249. Plants rated for other zones may not survive 52249's winter temperatures. Always check plant tags and labels for zone recommendations.
โ 04Can I grow plants for other zones in 52249?+
While you can try plants from other zones in 52249, they may need winter protection or indoor shelter during cold spells. Focus on plants recommended for Keystone's climate for the best results.
โ 05Where can I learn more about 52249's hardiness zone?+
For detailed growing zone information, visit our page on the growing zone for Keystone.
โ 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 Keystone that you might be interested in.
โ 07Best vegetables for 52249?+
Recommended vegetables for 52249 include Beets, Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Cucumbers, Green beans, Kale, Lettuce, Onions, Peas, Peppers, Potatoes, Radishes, Spinach, Squash, Swiss chard, Tomatoes and Zucchini..
โ 08What fruits grow well in 52249?+
The best fruits for 52249 include Apples, Apricots, Blackberries, Blueberries, Cherries, Concord Grapes, Currants, Elderberries, Gooseberries, Grapes, Hardy Kiwi, Mulberries, Peaches, Pears, Plums, Quince, Raspberries, Rhubarb, Saskatoon Berry and Strawberries.
โ 09Good flowers for 52249?+
For 52249 we recommend flowers like Aster, Azaleas, Bee Balm, Black-Eyed Susans, Columbines, Coneflowers, Daffodils, Daylilies, Garden Phlox, Hostas, Hydrangeas, Irises, Marigolds, Peonies, Primrose, Rhododendrons, Rudbeckia, Russian Sage, Sunflowers and Tulips.
โ 10What trees grow well in 52249?+
Trees for 52249's temperatures include American Beech (Fagus grandifolia), American Elm (Ulmus americana), Black Cherry (Prunus serotina)., Black Walnut (Juglans nigra), Colorado Blue Spruce (Picea pungens), Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii), Eastern Hemlock (Tsuga canadensis), Eastern Red Cedar (Juniperus virginiana), Littleleaf Linden (Tilia cordata), Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra), Red Maple (Acer rubrum), River Birch (Betula nigra), Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum), Sweet Birch (Betula lenta), White Ash (Fraxinus americana), White Birch (Betula papyrifera), White fir (Abies concolor), White Oak (Quercus alba), White Pine (Pinus strobus) and Yellow Birch (Betula alleghaniensis).
โ 11Best shrubs for 52249?+
We're still building our shrubs database for 52249. Our data is updated regularly with the latest USDA data, so check back often.
Best Time to Plant in Keystone
Check the growing calendar for Keystone at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.
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