Watkins Glen's Hardiness Zone

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

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

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

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.