Best Plants For Wood River, IL

A variety of plants are suitable for Wood River's climate. The growing zone for the area is usually 7a, with average annual lows of 0 to 5 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Wood River, IL based on our analysis of the region's information.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Wood River include beets, bell peppers and broccoli, while fruits like apples, apricots and blackberries will flourish.

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

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Trees for Wood River

American Beech

American Holly

Black Cherry

Black Walnut

Blue Spruce

Dogwood

Eastern Red Cedar

Green Ash

Honey Locust

Northern Red Oak

Pin Oak.

Redbud

River Birch

Silver Maple

Sugar Maple

Sweetgum

White Ash

White Oak

White Pine

Yellow Poplar (Tulip Tree)

Fruits for Wood River

Apples

Apricots

Blackberries

Blueberries

Cherries

Currants

Elderberries

Figs

Grapes

Kiwifruit

Mulberries

Nectarines

Pawpaw

Peaches

Pears

Persimmons

Plums

Pomegranates

Raspberries

Strawberries

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Flowers for Wood River

Azaleas

Butterfly Bush

Chrysanthemums

Coneflowers

Daffodils

Daylilies

Geraniums

Hostas

Hydrangeas

Iris

Lavender

Marigolds

Pansies

Petunias

Phlox

Roses

Salvia

Sunflowers

Tulips

Zinnia

Vegetables for Wood River

Beets

Bell Peppers

Broccoli

Cabbage

Carrots

Cucumbers

Eggplant

Garlic

Green Beans

Kale

Lettuce

Onions

Radishes

Spinach

Squash

Sweet Corn

Sweet Potatoes

Swiss Chard

Tomatoes

Zucchini

Map of IL Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

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

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Reusable Grow Bags

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

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

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.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

Wood River's Temperature

The USDA growing zone is 7a in Wood River, IL. 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 Wood River is 0 to 5 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Wood River, IL.

Map of Wood River

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

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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.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

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Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.