San Rafael's Hardiness Zone

Our records indicate the United States Department of Agriculture has given San Rafael a growing zone designation of 10a. Sometimes also called the planting zone or hardiness zone, this zone number gives you an idea of what plants can and cannot grow in San Rafael's climate. If you are looking for plants suitable for growing in the San Rafael area, head on over to our page on plants that grow well in San Rafael, CA.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

Grow fresh herbs and vegetables year-round with this indoor hydroponic garden system.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

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 San Rafael is in growing zone 10a this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for San Rafael'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.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.