Hinsdale's Hardiness Zone
Our records indicate the United States Department of Agriculture has given Hinsdale a growing zone designation of 6a. Sometimes also called the planting zone or hardiness zone, this zone number gives you an idea of what plants can and cannot grow in Hinsdale's climate. If you are looking for plants suitable for growing in the Hinsdale area, head on over to our page on plants that grow well in Hinsdale, IL.


Wooden Chicken Coop

Brass Watering Can

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Self Watering Plant Pots
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 Hinsdale is in growing zone 6a this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for Hinsdale'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: 6a
Zip Codes: 60521
Longitude: -87.9273
Latitude: 41.8007
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -10 to -5

Self Watering Plant Pots

Raised Garden Planter

Metal Arbor Trellis

Worm Composting Kit
