What Growing Zone Is Cedar Vale?
Our records indicate the United States Department of Agriculture has given Cedar Vale a growing zone designation of 7a. Sometimes also called the planting or hardiness zone, this zone number gives you an idea of what plants can and cannot grow in Cedar Vale's climate based on the average extreme annual temperature.Our data is based on the latest 2023 USDA maps, which used Cedar Vale's weather data from 1991 - 2020 in their analysis.
Latest KS growing zone mapIf you are looking for plants suitable for growing in the Cedar Vale area, head on over to our page on plants that grow well in Cedar Vale, KS.
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Latest KS growing zone mapThe growing zone is a measure of the lowest temperature that a plant can survive based on average lowest year temperatures, helping you to decide what plants would grow best in your particular climate. Since Cedar Vale is in growing zone 7a this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 0 to 5 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants for Cedar Vale'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.
Some zones may have been changed by the USDA as of 2023. To see if the Cedar Vale area has been affected, refer to this map of half zone changes from the 2012 version of the USDA zones to the 2023 version.
The updated map shows that over half of the Southeast has warmed by about half a zone. For gardeners, that means you can now grow plants that tolerate a bit more heat and less frost than before. The tan areas reflect this shift. Meanwhile, the white areas had slight temperature changes, but not enough to move them into a new zone. In the Western U.S., a few spots shifted cooler. That’s not due to a colder climate, but because the new map uses a larger dataset, giving a more accurate picture of local conditions. It's important to keep track of these changes when planning your garden!
Ready to start planning your garden? Browse our curated list of plants recommended for Cedar Vale, KS that are matched to this hardiness zone.
Hardiness Zone FAQ
Have questions about hardiness zones and what they mean for your garden? Check out our FAQ below for quick answers to common questions about USDA hardiness zones and how they affect plant selection in Cedar Vale, KS.
The USDA hardiness zone is 7a for Cedar Vale. This is sometimes also referred to as the growing or planting zone. These terms are used interchangeably.
Cedar Vale's Growing Zone Details
USDA Growing Zone: 7a
Longitude: -96.5018
Latitude: 37.1061
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 0 to 5
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