Princeton's Hardiness Zone

Our records indicate the United States Department of Agriculture has given Princeton a growing zone designation of 8a. Sometimes also called the planting zone or hardiness zone, this zone number gives you an idea of what plants can and cannot grow in Princeton's climate. If you are looking for plants suitable for growing in the Princeton area, head on over to our page on plants that grow well in Princeton, SC.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Complete garden tool set with heavy-duty stainless steel tools for all your gardening needs.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

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 Princeton is in growing zone 8a this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for Princeton'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.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.