What Plants Grow Well In 96720?
The USDA hardiness zone is 11a in the 96720 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 96720's climate based on this hardiness zone.
Learn more about climate conditions on our page for Hilo's plant hardiness zone.
You can also look up the USDA growing zone for 96720 directly to see the temperature data behind these planting recommendations.
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Trees for 96720
- Avocado Tree
- Bismarck Palm
- Coconut Palm
- Date Palm Tree
- Dragon Tree
- Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree
- Flame Tree
- Guava Tree
- Gumbo Limbo Tree
- Hawaiian Umbrella Tree
- Hibiscus Tree
- Koa Tree
- Lemon Tree
- Macadamia Nut Tree
- Mango Tree
- Orange Tree
- Pineapple Palm Tree
- Rainbow Eucalyptus
- Royal Poinciana
- Traveler's Palm Tree
Fruits for 96720
- Avocado
- Banana
- Cantaloupe
- Coconut
- Dragon Fruit
- Durian
- Figs
- Guava
- Key Lime
- Kiwi
- Kumquat
- Lemon
- Lychee
- Mango
- Oranges
- Papaya
- Passion Fruit
- Pineapple
- Pomegranate
- Star Fruit
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Flowers for 96720
- African Daisy
- Aloe Flower.
- Begonia
- Bird of Paradise
- Bougainvillea
- Camellia
- Canna Lily
- Citrus Blossoms
- Frangipani
- Fuchsia
- Gardenia
- Geranium
- Hibiscus
- Jasmine
- Lavender
- Morning Glory
- Passion Flower
- Petunia
- Plumeria
- Rosemary
Vegetables for 96720
- Arugula
- Beets
- Collard Greens
- Cucumbers
- Eggplant
- Green Beans
- Kale
- Lettuce
- Mustard Greens
- Okra
- Peppers
- Pumpkin
- Radishes
- Spinach
- Squash
- Sweet Potatoes
- Swiss Chard
- Tomatoes
- Turnips
- Zucchini
Planting Advice for 96720
Have questions about planting in 96720's climate? Check out our FAQ below for answers to common questions about growing plants in the area.
№ 01What hardiness zone is 96720?+
Zip code 96720 is in USDA hardiness zone 11a, which means plants there can survive temperatures as low as 40 to 45°F each year.
№ 02What growing zone is 96720?+
96720 is in zone 11a. Hardiness zones and growing zones are the same thing, and the terms are used interchangeably.
№ 03What does zone 11a mean for 96720?+
Use zone 11a when selecting plants for 96720. Plants rated for other zones may not survive 96720's winter temperatures. Always check plant tags and labels for zone recommendations.
№ 04Can I grow plants for other zones in 96720?+
While you can try plants from other zones in 96720, they may need winter protection or indoor shelter during cold spells. Focus on plants recommended for Hilo's climate for the best results.
№ 05Where can I learn more about 96720's hardiness zone?+
For detailed growing zone information, visit our page on the growing zone for Hilo.
№ 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 Hilo that you might be interested in.
№ 07Best vegetables for 96720?+
Recommended vegetables for 96720 include Arugula, Beets, Collard Greens, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Green Beans, Kale, Lettuce, Mustard Greens, Okra, Peppers, Pumpkin, Radishes, Spinach, Squash, Sweet Potatoes, Swiss Chard, Tomatoes, Turnips and Zucchini.
№ 08What fruits grow well in 96720?+
The best fruits for 96720 include Avocado, Banana, Cantaloupe, Coconut, Dragon Fruit, Durian, Figs, Guava, Key Lime, Kiwi, Kumquat, Lemon, Lychee, Mango, Oranges, Papaya, Passion Fruit, Pineapple, Pomegranate and Star Fruit.
№ 09Good flowers for 96720?+
For 96720 we recommend flowers like African Daisy, Aloe Flower., Begonia, Bird of Paradise, Bougainvillea, Camellia, Canna Lily, Citrus Blossoms, Frangipani, Fuchsia, Gardenia, Geranium, Hibiscus, Jasmine, Lavender, Morning Glory, Passion Flower, Petunia, Plumeria and Rosemary.
№ 10What trees grow well in 96720?+
Trees for 96720's temperatures include Avocado Tree, Bismarck Palm, Coconut Palm, Date Palm Tree, Dragon Tree, Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree, Flame Tree, Guava Tree, Gumbo Limbo Tree, Hawaiian Umbrella Tree, Hibiscus Tree, Koa Tree, Lemon Tree, Macadamia Nut Tree, Mango Tree, Orange Tree, Pineapple Palm Tree, Rainbow Eucalyptus, Royal Poinciana and Traveler's Palm Tree.
№ 11Best shrubs for 96720?+
We're still building our shrubs database for 96720. Our data is updated regularly with the latest USDA data, so check back often.
Best Time to Plant in Hilo
Check the growing calendar for Hilo at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.
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