Wright-Patterson AFB's Hardiness Zone

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

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Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Seed Starting Trays

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Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

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 Wright-Patterson AFB is in growing zone 6b this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for Wright-Patterson AFB'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

Zip Codes: 45433, 45324

Longitude: -84.0573

Latitude: 39.8112

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -5 to 0