Best Plants For Stephens, AR

A variety of plants are suitable for Stephens's climate. The growing zone for the area is usually 8a, with average annual lows of 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Stephens, AR based on our analysis of the region's information.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Stephens include beets, broccoli and brussels sprouts, while fruits like apple, apricot and blackberries will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like azalea, black-eyed susan and butterfly weed for the best results.

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Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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Trees for Stephens

American Beech

American Holly

American Sycamore

Bald Cypress

Black Cherry

Chinese Elm

Dogwood

Eastern Redbud

Eastern White Pine

Honey Locust

Live Oak

Loblolly Pine

London Plane Tree

Red Maple

River Birch

Silver Maple

Southern Magnolia

Sweetbay Magnolia

Tulip Poplar

White Oak

Fruits for Stephens

Apple

Apricot

Blackberries

Blueberries

Cherry

Currants

Fig

Grape

Kiwi

Lemon

Mulberry

Orange

Peach

Pear

Persimmon

Plum

Pomegranate

Raspberries

Strawberries

Strawberry

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Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Flowers for Stephens

Azalea

Black-eyed Susan

Butterfly weed

Chrysanthemum

Coneflower

Daylily

Four o'clock

Geranium

Hydrangea

Impatiens

Lavender

Marigold

Pansy

Peony

Phlox

Snapdragons

Sunflower

Turf Lily

Virginia Bluebell.

Zinnia

Vegetables for Stephens

Beets

Broccoli

Brussels Sprouts

Carrots

Collard Greens

Cucumbers

Eggplant

Green Beans

Kale

Lettuce

Okra

Peppers

Radishes

Red Cabbage

Spinach

Squash

Sweet Corn

Swiss Chard

Tomatoes

Zucchini

Map of AR Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

Choosing plants based on the growing zone for Stephens ensures that your plants will be able to survive the lowest annual temperatures in your area of Arkansas.

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Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

High-capacity watering can with comfortable grip and precise spout.

Best Time to Plant in Stephens

Check the growing calendar for Stephens at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.

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Easy-to-assemble raised garden bed for better soil control and drainage.

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Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

Stephens's Temperature

USDA Growing Zone: 8a

Zip Codes: 71764

Longitude: -93.067

Latitude: 33.4221

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 10 to 15

The USDA growing zone is 8a in Stephens, AR. This is a measure of the lowest temperature that a plant can survive, helping to decide what plants would be suitable for the region's climate. According to our records, the average annual extreme minimum temperature in Stephens is 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Stephens, AR.

Map of Stephens

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

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Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Wooden Chicken Coop

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Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Wooden Chicken Coop

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Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

Grow fresh herbs and vegetables year-round with this indoor hydroponic garden system.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

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Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

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