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


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Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Worm Composting Kit
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 Melcher-Dallas is in growing zone 5b this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for Melcher-Dallas'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: 5b
Longitude: -93.2416
Latitude: 41.227
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -15 to -10

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Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Raised Garden Planter
