USDA HARDINESS ZONE

Zone 5b Gardening

Winter Low: -15 to -10°F

About Zone 5b

Zone 5b experiences average annual minimum winter temperatures between -15 to -10°F. This moderate growing season with reliable winters supporting a wide range of cold-hardy plants.

🌸 Last Spring Frost
~Apr 15
🍂 First Fall Frost
~Oct 30
📅 Growing Season
~198 days

Zone 5b gardeners can successfully grow a diverse range of plants with proper timing and care.

Popular Plants for Zone 5b

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