USDA HARDINESS ZONE

Zone 6a Gardening

Winter Low: -10 to -5°F

About Zone 6a

Zone 6a experiences average annual minimum winter temperatures between -10 to -5°F. This balanced climate with reliable snow cover protecting plants through winter and warm summers for vegetables.

🌸 Last Spring Frost
~Apr 15
🍂 First Fall Frost
~Nov 1
📅 Growing Season
~200 days

Zone 6a gardeners can successfully grow a diverse range of plants with proper timing and care.

Popular Plants for Zone 6a

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