Nora's Hardiness Zone

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

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.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

Grow fresh herbs and vegetables year-round with this indoor hydroponic garden system.

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

Zip Codes: 68961

Longitude: -97.9738

Latitude: 40.1642

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -10 to -5