Hampstead's Hardiness Zone

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

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

Easy-to-assemble raised garden bed for better soil control and drainage.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

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 Hampstead is in growing zone 7a this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for Hampstead'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.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.