What Plants Grow Well In 62521?
The USDA hardiness zone is 6a in the 62521 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 62521's climate based on this hardiness zone.
Learn more about climate conditions on our page for Decatur's plant hardiness zone.
You can also look up the USDA growing zone for 62521 directly to see the temperature data behind these planting recommendations.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Raised Garden Bed Kit

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Metal Seed Storage Box

Life Is Better w/ Chickens Sign
Trees for 62521
Fruits for 62521
Flowers for 62521
Vegetables for 62521

Planting Advice for 62521
Have questions about planting in 62521's climate? Check out our FAQ below for answers to common questions about growing plants in the area.
Zip code 62521 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 Decatur
Check the growing calendar for Decatur at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Naughty Garden Gnome Statue

Raised Garden Bed Kit
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