Port Alexander's Hardiness Zone

Our records indicate the United States Department of Agriculture has given Port Alexander a growing zone designation of 8a. Sometimes also called the planting zone or hardiness zone, this zone number gives you an idea of what plants can and cannot grow in Port Alexander's climate. If you are looking for plants suitable for growing in the Port Alexander area, head on over to our page on plants that grow well in Port Alexander, AK.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Understanding your growing zone is very important because it is a measure of the lowest temperature that a plant can survive, helping you to decide what plants would grow best in your particular climate. Since Port Alexander is in growing zone 8a this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for Port Alexander's climate should be chosen with this in mind or plants should be moved inside to keep their core temperature in the right range if necessary.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Complete garden tool set with heavy-duty stainless steel tools for all your gardening needs.