New Glarus's Hardiness Zone
Our records indicate the United States Department of Agriculture has given New Glarus a growing zone designation of 5a. Sometimes also called the planting zone or hardiness zone, this zone number gives you an idea of what plants can and cannot grow in New Glarus's climate. If you are looking for plants suitable for growing in the New Glarus area, head on over to our page on plants that grow well in New Glarus, WI.


Seed Starting Trays

Raised Garden Planter

Metal Seed Storage Box

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can
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 New Glarus is in growing zone 5a this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for New Glarus'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: 5a
Zip Codes: 53574
Longitude: -89.6337
Latitude: 42.8132
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -20 to -15

Worm Composting Kit

Cluck Around Sign

Raised Garden Bed Kit

Small Greenhouse Kit
