Gilson's Hardiness Zone

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

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Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Raised Garden Planter

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Metal Seed Storage Box

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Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

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 Gilson is in growing zone 5b this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for Gilson'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: 61436

Longitude: -90.1992

Latitude: 40.8629

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