What Plants Grow Well In 61841?
The USDA hardiness zone is 6a in the 61841 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 61841's climate based on this hardiness zone.
Learn more hardiness zones on our page for Fairmount's growing zone.

Raised Garden Planter

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Raised Garden Bed Kit

Self Watering Plant Pots

Seed Starting Trays
Trees for 61841
Fruits for 61841
Flowers for 61841
Vegetables for 61841

Planting Advice for 61841
Have questions about planting in 61841's climate? Check out our FAQ below for answers to common questions about growing plants in the area.
Zip code 61841 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 Fairmount
Check the growing calendar for Fairmount at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.

Worm Composting Kit

Wooden Chicken Coop

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Metal Arbor Trellis

Metal Seed Storage Box
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