Sidman's Hardiness Zone

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

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Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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Seed Starting Trays

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Worm Composting Kit

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Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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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 Sidman is in growing zone 6b this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for Sidman'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: 15955

Longitude: -78.7523

Latitude: 40.3235

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -5 to 0