What Growing Zone Is Taft Southwest?
Our records indicate the United States Department of Agriculture has given Taft Southwest a growing zone designation of 9b. Sometimes also called the planting or hardiness zone, this zone number gives you an idea of what plants can and cannot grow in Taft Southwest's climate based on the average extreme annual temperature.Our data is based on the latest 2023 USDA maps, which used Taft Southwest's weather data from 1991 - 2020 in their analysis.
Latest TX growing zone mapIf you are looking for plants suitable for growing in the Taft Southwest area, head on over to our page on plants that grow well in Taft Southwest, TX.

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Latest TX growing zone mapThe growing zone is a measure of the lowest temperature that a plant can survive based on average lowest year temperatures, helping you to decide what plants would grow best in your particular climate. Since Taft Southwest is in growing zone 9b this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 25 to 30 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants for Taft Southwest'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.

Some zones may have been changed by the USDA as of 2023. To see if the Taft Southwest area has been affected, refer to this map of half zone changes from the 2012 version of the USDA zones to the 2023 version.
Half zone changes from 2012 to 2023The updated map shows that over half of the Southeast has warmed by about half a zone. For gardeners, that means you can now grow plants that tolerate a bit more heat and less frost than before. The tan areas reflect this shift. Meanwhile, the white areas had slight temperature changes, but not enough to move them into a new zone. In the Western U.S., a few spots shifted cooler. That’s not due to a colder climate, but because the new map uses a larger dataset, giving a more accurate picture of local conditions. It's important to keep track of these changes when planning your garden!
Hardiness Zone FAQ
Have questions about hardiness zones and what they mean for your garden? Check out our FAQ below for quick answers to common questions about USDA hardiness zones and how they affect plant selection in Taft Southwest, TX.
The USDA hardiness zone is 9b for Taft Southwest. This is sometimes also referred to as the growing or planting zone. These terms are used interchangeably.
Taft Southwest's Growing Zone Details
USDA Growing Zone: 9b
Zip Codes: 78390
Longitude: -97.4055
Latitude: 27.9711
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 25 to 30

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Looking for the best plants in a different area of the United States? Click on a button below to find plants that are ideal for that state's temperatures.

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