What Plants Grow Well In 61817?
The USDA hardiness zone is 6a in the 61817 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 61817's climate based on this hardiness zone.
Learn more about climate conditions on our page for Catlin's plant hardiness zone.
You can also look up the USDA growing zone for 61817 directly to see the temperature data behind these planting recommendations.

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Small Greenhouse Kit

Seed Starting Trays

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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.

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Metal Arbor Trellis
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