Best Plants For Blue Ridge, GA

A variety of plants are suitable for Blue Ridge'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 Blue Ridge, GA based on our analysis of the region's information.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Blue Ridge 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.

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.

Trees for Blue Ridge

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 Blue Ridge

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.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Flowers for Blue Ridge

Azaleas

Begonias

Chrysanthemums

Coneflowers

Crocuses

Daffodils

Dahlia

Daylilies

Geraniums

Hyacinths

Hydrangeas

Irises

Lavender

Lilies

Marigold

Pansies

Periwinkle

Petunias

Roses

Tulips

Vegetables for Blue Ridge

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 GA Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

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

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

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.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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

Best Time to Plant in Blue Ridge

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

Need Gardening Gear?

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Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Reusable Grow Bags

Breathable fabric grow bags that promote healthy root growth for your vegetables and fruits.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

Blue Ridge's Temperature

USDA Growing Zone: 7b

Zip Codes: 30513

Longitude: -84.3218

Latitude: 34.8666

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 5 to 10

What hurricane evacuation zone is Blue Ridge, GA?

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

Map of Blue Ridge

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

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.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

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Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

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.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

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Reusable Grow Bags

Breathable fabric grow bags that promote healthy root growth for your vegetables and fruits.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

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