What Plants Grow Well In 61070?
The USDA hardiness zone is 5a in the 61070 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 61070's climate based on this hardiness zone.
Learn more hardiness zones on our page for Rock City's growing zone.

Raised Garden Planter

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit
Trees for 61070
Fruits for 61070
Flowers for 61070
Vegetables for 61070

Planting Advice for 61070
Have questions about planting in 61070's climate? Check out our FAQ below for answers to common questions about growing plants in the area.
Zip code 61070 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 Rock City
Check the growing calendar for Rock City at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Worm Composting Kit

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Raised Garden Bed Kit
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