Best Plants For Polk City, FL

A variety of plants are suitable for Polk City's climate. The growing zone for the area is usually 10a, with average annual lows of 30 to 35 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Polk City, FL based on our analysis of the region's information.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Polk City include beets, bell peppers and bush beans, while fruits like avocado, banana and dragon fruit will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like begonias, bird of paradise and bougainvillea for the best results.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Trees for Polk City

Avocado Tree

Banana Tree

Blood Orange Tree

Canary Island Pine

Coconut Palm Tree

Eucalyptus Tree

Fig Tree

Guava Tree

Jacaranda Tree

Key Lime Tree

Mango Tree

Mulberry Tree

Norfolk Island Pine

Olive Tree

Papaya Tree

Royal Poinciana

Satsuma Tangerine Tree

Sourwood Tree

Sweet Acacia

Sweet Olive Tree

Fruits for Polk City

Avocado

Banana

Dragon fruit

Fig

Grapefruit

Guava

Kiwi

Kumquat

Lemon

Lime

Loquat

Mango

Olive

Orange

Papaya

Passion fruit

Persimmon

Pineapple

Pomegranate

Sapote

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Flowers for Polk City

Begonias

Bird of Paradise

Bougainvillea

Frangipani (Plumeria)

Gardenia

Geranium

Ginger

Hibiscus

Impatiens

Jasmine

Lantana

Mandevilla

Marigold

Oleander

Petunia

Plumeria

Purple Coneflower.

Sunflower

Zinnia

Vegetables for Polk City

Beets

Bell Peppers

Bush Beans

Cabbage

Carrots

Collard Greens

Cucumber

Eggplant

Garlic

Kale

Lettuce

Okra

Onions

Pole Beans

Spinach

Squash

Sweet Potatoes

Swiss Chard

Tomatoes

Zucchini

Map of FL Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

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

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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

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.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

Polk City's Temperature

The USDA growing zone is 10a in Polk City, FL. 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 Polk City is 30 to 35 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Polk City, FL.

Map of Polk City

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

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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.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

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Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.