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


Metal Arbor Trellis

Seed Starting Trays

Self Watering Plant Pots

Raised Garden Planter

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can
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 Lake Villa is in growing zone 5b this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for Lake Villa'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: 60046
Longitude: -88.0836
Latitude: 42.4184
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -15 to -10

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

Brass Watering Can

Metal Seed Storage Box

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign
