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


Worm Composting Kit

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Raised Garden Planter
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 Olcott is in growing zone 6b this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for Olcott'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: 6b
Longitude: -78.7171
Latitude: 43.3292
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -5 to 0

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Reusable Grow Bags

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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