Wataga's Hardiness Zone

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

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

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

Zip Codes: 61488

Longitude: -90.2754

Latitude: 41.0253

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -15 to -10

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.