Best Plants For Melrose, IA

A variety of plants are suitable for Melrose's climate. The growing zone for the area is usually 5b, with average annual lows of -15 to -10 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Melrose, IA based on our analysis of the region's information.
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Map of IA Hardiness Zones

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

Seed Starting Trays

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Large Greenhouse Kit

Worm Composting Kit
Best Time to Plant in Melrose
Check the growing calendar for Melrose at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.
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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.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Cluck Around Sign

Raised Garden Planter

Raised Garden Bed Kit

Self Watering Plant Pots

Melrose's Temperature
USDA Growing Zone: 5b
Zip Codes: 52569
Longitude: -93.0508
Latitude: 40.9791
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -15 to -10
The USDA growing zone is 5b in Melrose, IA. 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 Melrose is -15 to -10 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Melrose, IA.
Map of Melrose

Brass Watering Can

Seed Starting Trays

Worm Composting Kit

Wooden Chicken Coop

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis
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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.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Metal Seed Storage Box

Small Greenhouse Kit

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Raised Garden Bed Kit
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Metal Seed Storage Box

Large Greenhouse Kit

Metal Arbor Trellis

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

Wooden Chicken Coop
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