Zone 5
Zone 5 gardeners face winter temperatures between -10 and -20 F (-23 and -29 C). But you can find plenty of pretty plants and delicious produce to grow in this chilly climate. Explore our expert advice below to find out which plants grow well in Zone 5 and how to care for them.
Zone 5
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Zone 5 Yarrow Plants: Can Yarrow Grow In Zone 5 Gardens
On top of its striking flowers and feathery foliage, yarrow is prized for its hardiness. It is resistant to pests like deer and rabbits, it grows in most types of soil, and it is very cold hardy. Learn more about hardy yarrow plants, particularly yarrow varieties for zone 5, here.
By Liz Baessler
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Planting In Zone 5: Gardening Tips For Zone 5
Zone 5 plants can survive winter temperatures no lower than -20 degrees Fahrenheit. If a plant is hardy in zones 5-8, it would probably not survive in zone 4 or lower or zone 9 or higher. Learn about the best plants zone 5 gardens in this article.
By Darcy Larum
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Zone 5 Flowering Trees – Tips On Growing Flowering Trees In Zone 5
While unique, exotic flowering trees were once hard to get, today most of us have the leisure of selecting from many ornamental trees. Even in cooler climates, like zone 5. Click this article to learn about popular flowering trees for zone 5 landscapes.
By Darcy Larum
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Fruit Trees For Zone 5: Selecting Fruit Trees That Grow In Zone 5
Many fruit trees thrive in chillier climes. If you are thinking of growing fruit trees in zone 5, you'll have a number of options. Click on the following article for a discussion of fruit trees that grow in zone 5 and tips for choosing fruit trees for zone 5.
By Teo Spengler
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Bushes For Zone 5 Climates – Tips On Planting Zone 5 Shrubs
There are many options for growing shrubs in zone 5. Zone 5 shrub varieties can be used as privacy screens, accent plants along with seasonal color or as border plants. Click this article to find out about bushes for zone 5 climates.
By Amy Grant
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Zone 5 Melons – Can You Grow Melons In Zone 5 Gardens
Growing a quality crop of melons in zone 5 gardens has been purported by many to be a challenge. However, with some planning and attention to detail, it is possible to grow your own mouthwatering melons at home. Click here for tips on growing zone 5 melons.
By Tonya Barnett