Orion's Hardiness Zone

Our records indicate the United States Department of Agriculture has given Orion 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 Orion's climate. If you are looking for plants suitable for growing in the Orion area, head on over to our page on plants that grow well in Orion, IL.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Reusable Grow Bags

Breathable fabric grow bags that promote healthy root growth for your vegetables and fruits.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

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

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.