Green Island's Hardiness Zone

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

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

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 Green Island is in growing zone 6a this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for Green Island'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: 12183

Longitude: -73.6926

Latitude: 42.7474

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