Benham's Hardiness Zone
Our records indicate the United States Department of Agriculture has given Benham a growing zone designation of 7a. Sometimes also called the planting zone or hardiness zone, this zone number gives you an idea of what plants can and cannot grow in Benham's climate. If you are looking for plants suitable for growing in the Benham area, head on over to our page on plants that grow well in Benham, KY.


Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Metal Seed Storage Box

Metal Arbor Trellis

Seed Starting Trays

Brass 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 Benham is in growing zone 7a this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for Benham'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: 7a
Longitude: -82.9544
Latitude: 36.9652
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 0 to 5

Seed Starting Trays

Raised Garden Planter

Worm Composting Kit

Self Watering Plant Pots
