Mechanicsville's Hardiness Zone

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

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

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

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

Easy-to-assemble raised garden bed for better soil control and drainage.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.