Blowing Rock's Hardiness Zone

Our records indicate the United States Department of Agriculture has given Blowing Rock a growing zone designation of 6b. Sometimes also called the planting zone or hardiness zone, this zone number gives you an idea of what plants can and cannot grow in Blowing Rock's climate. If you are looking for plants suitable for growing in the Blowing Rock area, head on over to our page on plants that grow well in Blowing Rock, NC.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Complete garden tool set with heavy-duty stainless steel tools for all your gardening needs.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

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.

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 Blowing Rock is in growing zone 6b this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for Blowing Rock'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.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.