Au Sable Forks's Hardiness Zone

Our records indicate the United States Department of Agriculture has given Au Sable Forks a growing zone designation of 5a. Sometimes also called the planting zone or hardiness zone, this zone number gives you an idea of what plants can and cannot grow in Au Sable Forks's climate. If you are looking for plants suitable for growing in the Au Sable Forks area, head on over to our page on plants that grow well in Au Sable Forks, NY.

Metal Arbor Trellis

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Shiitake Mushroom Kit

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Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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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 Au Sable Forks is in growing zone 5a this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for Au Sable Forks'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: 5a

Zip Codes: 12912

Longitude: -73.6738

Latitude: 44.4507

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -20 to -15

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.