Plainview's Hardiness Zone

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

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Reusable Grow Bags

Breathable fabric grow bags that promote healthy root growth for your vegetables and fruits.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

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 Plainview is in growing zone 5b this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for Plainview'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: 68769

Longitude: -97.7871

Latitude: 42.3534

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -15 to -10

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.