Atkins's Hardiness Zone

Our records indicate the United States Department of Agriculture has given Atkins a growing zone designation of 5a. Sometimes also called the planting zone or hardiness zone, this zone number gives you an idea of what plants can and cannot grow in Atkins's climate. If you are looking for plants suitable for growing in the Atkins area, head on over to our page on plants that grow well in Atkins, IA.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

High-capacity watering can with comfortable grip and precise spout.

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 Atkins is in growing zone 5a this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for Atkins'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.

USDA Growing Zone: 5a

Zip Codes: 52206

Longitude: -91.8585

Latitude: 41.9943

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -20 to -15