Best Plants For Laurel, DE

A variety of plants are suitable for Laurel's climate. The growing zone for the area is usually 7b, with average annual lows of 5 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Laurel, DE based on our analysis of the region's information.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Laurel include beets, broccoli and brussels sprouts, while fruits like apples, apricots and blackberries will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like azaleas, begonias and chrysanthemums for the best results.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Trees for Laurel

American Holly (Ilex opaca)

American White Elm (Ulmus americana)

Bald Cypress (Taxodium distichum)

Black Willow (Salix nigra)

Carolina Silverbell (Halesia carolina)

Dogwood (Cornus florida)

Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis)

Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus)

Loblolly Pine (Pinus taeda)

Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra)

Red Maple (Acer rubrum)

River Birch (Betula nigra)

Southern Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora)

Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum)

Sweetgum (Liquidambar styraciflua)

Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis)

Tulip Poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera)

Virginia Pine (Pinus virginiana)

White Ash (Fraxinus americana)

White Oak (Quercus alba)

Fruits for Laurel

Apples

Apricots

Blackberries

Blueberries

Cherries

Currants

Elderberries

Figs

Grapes

Kiwi

Mulberries

Peaches

Pears

Persimmons

Plums

Pomegranates

Quince

Raspberries

Strawberries

Walnuts

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Flowers for Laurel

Azaleas

Begonias

Chrysanthemums

Coneflowers

Crocuses

Daffodils

Dahlia

Daylilies

Geraniums

Hyacinths

Hydrangeas

Irises

Lavender

Lilies

Marigold

Pansies

Periwinkle

Petunias

Roses

Tulips

Vegetables for Laurel

Beets

Broccoli

Brussels Sprouts

Cabbage

Carrots

Collard Greens

Cucumbers

Eggplant

Green Beans

Kale

Lettuce

Peas

Radishes

Spinach

Squash

Sweet Bell Peppers

Swiss Chard

Tomatoes

Turnips

Zucchini

Map of DE Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

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

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

Need Gardening Gear?

The Plant Guide Online has selected some of our favorite products to help you with your next growing project. From seed starting trays and fertilizers to decor and lifestyle items, we think you'll love what we've selected.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Complete garden tool set with heavy-duty stainless steel tools for all your gardening needs.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

Laurel's Temperature

The USDA growing zone is 7b in Laurel, DE. 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 Laurel is 5 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Laurel, DE.

Map of Laurel

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

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Tools You'll Love

The Plant Guide Online has selected some of our favorite products to help you with your next growing project. From seed starting trays and fertilizers to decor and lifestyle items, we think you'll love what we've selected.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

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Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.