The Plant Guide Almanac  ·  Vol. XV  ·  № 20  ·  Published in the United States
APR 26, 2026
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The Plant Guide Almanac

A field reference of growing zones & plants for every town in America
USDA Hardiness Maps · 2023
Weather data 1991—2020

What Plants Grow Well In 85337?

The USDA hardiness zone is 9b in the 85337 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 85337's climate based on this hardiness zone.

Learn more about climate conditions on our page for Gila Bend's plant hardiness zone.

You can also look up the USDA growing zone for 85337 directly to see the temperature data behind these planting recommendations.

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Trees for 85337

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  • American HollyTree
  • Bald CypressTree
  • Black WalnutTree
  • Green AshTree
  • Hackberry TreeTree
  • Japanese MapleTree
  • Live OakTree
  • Meyer Lemon TreeTree
  • Red MapleTree
  • RedbudTree
  • Satsuma Mandarin TreeTree
  • Saucer MagnoliaTree
  • Silver MapleTree
  • Southern MagnoliaTree
  • Sugar MapleTree
  • SweetgumTree
  • Sycamore TreeTree
  • Tulip TreeTree
  • Weeping WillowTree
  • White OakTree

Fruits for 85337

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  • ApricotsFruit
  • AvocadosFruit
  • BananasFruit
  • BlueberriesFruit
  • FigsFruit
  • GrapefruitsFruit
  • GuavasFruit
  • Kaki PersimmonsFruit
  • KiwisFruit
  • KumquatsFruit
  • LemonsFruit
  • LimesFruit
  • MangoesFruit
  • OlivesFruit
  • OrangesFruit
  • PapayasFruit
  • Passion fruitsFruit
  • PeachesFruit
  • PlumsFruit
  • PomegranatesFruit

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Flowers for 85337

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  • African LilyFlower
  • AzaleasFlower
  • Bird of ParadiseFlower
  • BougainvilleaFlower
  • CamelliaFlower
  • DahliaFlower
  • DaylilyFlower
  • GardeniaFlower
  • GeraniumsFlower
  • Hardy HibiscusFlower
  • HibiscusFlower
  • JasmineFlower
  • LantanaFlower
  • LavenderFlower
  • MarigoldFlower
  • Morning GloryFlower
  • OleanderFlower
  • PetuniasFlower
  • RoseFlower
  • RosemaryFlower

Vegetables for 85337

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  • BeetsVegetable
  • Bell PeppersVegetable
  • BroccoliVegetable
  • Bush BeansVegetable
  • CarrotsVegetable
  • CeleryVegetable
  • Collard GreensVegetable
  • CucumbersVegetable
  • EggplantVegetable
  • KaleVegetable
  • OkraVegetable
  • RadishesVegetable
  • Southern PeasVegetable
  • SpinachVegetable
  • SquashVegetable
  • Sweet CornVegetable
  • Sweet PotatoesVegetable
  • Swiss ChardVegetable
  • TomatoesVegetable
  • ZucchiniVegetable
— Plate —AZ · USDA hardiness
best plants to grow in 85337

Planting Advice for 85337

Have questions about planting in 85337's climate? Check out our FAQ below for answers to common questions about growing plants in the area.

№ 01What hardiness zone is 85337?+

Zip code 85337 is in USDA hardiness zone 9b, which means plants there can survive temperatures as low as 25 to 30°F each year.

№ 02What growing zone is 85337?+

85337 is in zone 9b. Hardiness zones and growing zones are the same thing, and the terms are used interchangeably.

№ 03What does zone 9b mean for 85337?+

Use zone 9b when selecting plants for 85337. Plants rated for other zones may not survive 85337's winter temperatures. Always check plant tags and labels for zone recommendations.

№ 04Can I grow plants for other zones in 85337?+

While you can try plants from other zones in 85337, they may need winter protection or indoor shelter during cold spells. Focus on plants recommended for Gila Bend's climate for the best results.

№ 05Where can I learn more about 85337's hardiness zone?+

For detailed growing zone information, visit our page on the growing zone for Gila Bend.

№ 06Can I search for plants by town instead of postal code?+

Absolutely. We offer plant recommendations for every town in the United States. We have a page on the best plants for Gila Bend that you might be interested in.

№ 07Best vegetables for 85337?+

Recommended vegetables for 85337 include Beets, Bell Peppers, Broccoli, Bush Beans, Carrots, Celery, Collard Greens, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Kale, Okra, Radishes, Southern Peas, Spinach, Squash, Sweet Corn, Sweet Potatoes, Swiss Chard, Tomatoes and Zucchini.

№ 08What fruits grow well in 85337?+

The best fruits for 85337 include Apricots, Avocados, Bananas, Blueberries, Figs, Grapefruits, Guavas, Kaki Persimmons, Kiwis, Kumquats, Lemons, Limes, Mangoes, Olives, Oranges, Papayas, Passion fruits, Peaches, Plums and Pomegranates.

№ 09Good flowers for 85337?+

For 85337 we recommend flowers like African Lily, Azaleas, Bird of Paradise, Bougainvillea, Camellia, Dahlia, Daylily, Gardenia, Geraniums, Hardy Hibiscus, Hibiscus, Jasmine, Lantana, Lavender, Marigold, Morning Glory, Oleander, Petunias, Rose and Rosemary.

№ 10What trees grow well in 85337?+

Trees for 85337's temperatures include American Holly, Bald Cypress, Black Walnut, Green Ash, Hackberry Tree, Japanese Maple, Live Oak, Meyer Lemon Tree, Red Maple, Redbud, Satsuma Mandarin Tree, Saucer Magnolia, Silver Maple, Southern Magnolia, Sugar Maple, Sweetgum, Sycamore Tree, Tulip Tree, Weeping Willow and White Oak.

№ 11Best shrubs for 85337?+

We're still building our shrubs database for 85337. Our data is updated regularly with the latest USDA data, so check back often.

Best Time to Plant in Gila Bend

Check the growing calendar for Gila Bend at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.

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