What Plants Grow Well In 56172?
The USDA hardiness zone is 5a in the 56172 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 56172's climate based on this hardiness zone.
Learn more about climate conditions on our page for Slayton's plant hardiness zone.
You can also look up the USDA growing zone for 56172 directly to see the temperature data behind these planting recommendations.

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Raised Garden Planter
Trees for 56172
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Flowers for 56172
Vegetables for 56172

Planting Advice for 56172
Have questions about planting in 56172's climate? Check out our FAQ below for answers to common questions about growing plants in the area.
Zip code 56172 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 Slayton
Check the growing calendar for Slayton at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.

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