What Plants Grow Well In 61817?
The USDA hardiness zone is 6a in the 61817. 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 61817's climate based on this hardiness zone.
Learn more hardiness zones on our page for Catlin's growing zone.

Raised Garden Planter

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Worm Composting Kit
Trees for 61817
Fruits for 61817
Flowers for 61817
Vegetables for 61817

Planting Advice for 61817
Have questions about planting in 61817's climate? Check out our FAQ below for answers to common questions about growing plants in the area.
Zip code 61817 is in USDA hardiness zone 6a, which means plants there can survive temperatures as low as -10 to -5°F each year.
Best Time to Plant in Catlin
Check the growing calendar for Catlin at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Worm Composting Kit

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Wooden Chicken Coop

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