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 85735?

The USDA hardiness zone is 9a in the 85735 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 85735's climate based on this hardiness zone.

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

You can also look up the USDA growing zone for 85735 directly to see the temperature data behind these planting recommendations.

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Trees for 85735

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  • Avocado TreeTree
  • Bald CypressTree
  • Black WalnutTree
  • Camellia JaponicaTree
  • Crape MyrtleTree
  • Eastern Red CedarTree
  • Fig TreeTree
  • Lacebark ElmTree
  • Live OakTree
  • Meyer Lemon TreeTree
  • Pink DogwoodTree
  • Pomegranate TreeTree
  • Red MapleTree
  • River BirchTree
  • Satsuma Mandarin TreeTree
  • Southern MagnoliaTree
  • Sweet GumTree
  • Sycamore TreeTree
  • Washington PalmTree
  • Weeping WillowTree

Fruits for 85735

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  • ApplesFruit
  • ApricotsFruit
  • Asian PearsFruit
  • AvocadosFruit
  • FigsFruit
  • GrapesFruit
  • GuavasFruit
  • JujubesFruit
  • KiwifruitFruit
  • KumquatsFruit
  • LemonsFruit
  • LimesFruit
  • LoquatsFruit
  • MulberriesFruit
  • OlivesFruit
  • OrangesFruit
  • PassionfruitFruit
  • PeachesFruit
  • PearsFruit
  • PersimmonsFruit
  • PlumsFruit
  • PomegranatesFruit

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Flowers for 85735

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  • BegoniaFlower
  • BougainvilleaFlower
  • CosmosFlower
  • DaffodilFlower
  • DahliaFlower
  • DaisyFlower
  • DaylilyFlower
  • GeraniumFlower
  • HibiscusFlower
  • ImpatiensFlower
  • Iris.Flower
  • LantanaFlower
  • LavenderFlower
  • MarigoldFlower
  • PeriwinkleFlower
  • PetuniaFlower
  • RosemaryFlower
  • SunflowerFlower
  • Sweet PeaFlower
  • ZinniaFlower

Vegetables for 85735

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  • BeetsVegetable
  • Bell PeppersVegetable
  • BroccoliVegetable
  • CabbageVegetable
  • CarrotsVegetable
  • Collard GreensVegetable
  • CucumbersVegetable
  • EggplantVegetable
  • Green BeansVegetable
  • KaleVegetable
  • LettuceVegetable
  • OkraVegetable
  • OnionsVegetable
  • RadishVegetable
  • SpinachVegetable
  • SquashVegetable
  • Sweet PotatoesVegetable
  • Swiss ChardVegetable
  • TomatoesVegetable
  • ZucchiniVegetable
— Plate —AZ · USDA hardiness
best plants to grow in 85735

Planting Advice for 85735

Have questions about planting in 85735's climate? Check out our FAQ below for answers to common questions about growing plants in the area.

№ 01What hardiness zone is 85735?+

Zip code 85735 is in USDA hardiness zone 9a, which means plants there can survive temperatures as low as 20 to 25°F each year.

№ 02What growing zone is 85735?+

85735 is in zone 9a. Hardiness zones and growing zones are the same thing, and the terms are used interchangeably.

№ 03What does zone 9a mean for 85735?+

Use zone 9a when selecting plants for 85735. Plants rated for other zones may not survive 85735's winter temperatures. Always check plant tags and labels for zone recommendations.

№ 04Can I grow plants for other zones in 85735?+

While you can try plants from other zones in 85735, they may need winter protection or indoor shelter during cold spells. Focus on plants recommended for Tucson's climate for the best results.

№ 05Where can I learn more about 85735's hardiness zone?+

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

№ 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 Tucson that you might be interested in.

№ 07Best vegetables for 85735?+

Recommended vegetables for 85735 include Beets, Bell Peppers, Broccoli, Cabbage, Carrots, Collard Greens, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Green Beans, Kale, Lettuce, Okra, Onions, Radish, Spinach, Squash, Sweet Potatoes, Swiss Chard, Tomatoes and Zucchini.

№ 08What fruits grow well in 85735?+

The best fruits for 85735 include Apples, Apricots, Asian Pears, Avocados, Figs, Grapes, Guavas, Jujubes, Kiwifruit, Kumquats, Lemons, Limes, Loquats, Mulberries, Olives, Oranges, Passionfruit, Peaches, Pears, Persimmons, Plums and Pomegranates.

№ 09Good flowers for 85735?+

For 85735 we recommend flowers like Begonia, Bougainvillea, Cosmos, Daffodil, Dahlia, Daisy, Daylily, Geranium, Hibiscus, Impatiens, Iris., Lantana, Lavender, Marigold, Periwinkle, Petunia, Rosemary, Sunflower, Sweet Pea and Zinnia.

№ 10What trees grow well in 85735?+

Trees for 85735's temperatures include Avocado Tree, Bald Cypress, Black Walnut, Camellia Japonica, Crape Myrtle, Eastern Red Cedar, Fig Tree, Lacebark Elm, Live Oak, Meyer Lemon Tree, Pink Dogwood, Pomegranate Tree, Red Maple, River Birch, Satsuma Mandarin Tree, Southern Magnolia, Sweet Gum, Sycamore Tree, Washington Palm and Weeping Willow.

№ 11Best shrubs for 85735?+

We're still building our shrubs database for 85735. Our data is updated regularly with the latest USDA data, so check back often.

Best Time to Plant in Tucson

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

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