Best Plants For New Salem, KS

A variety of plants are suitable for New Salem'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 New Salem, KS based on our analysis of the region's information.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to New Salem 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.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Trees for New Salem

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 New Salem

Apples

Apricots

Blackberries

Blueberries

Cherries

Currants

Elderberries

Figs

Grapes

Kiwifruit

Mulberries

Nectarines

Pawpaw

Peaches

Pears

Persimmons

Plums

Pomegranates

Raspberries

Strawberries

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Flowers for New Salem

Azaleas

Butterfly Bush

Chrysanthemums

Coneflowers

Daffodils

Daylilies

Geraniums

Hostas

Hydrangeas

Iris

Lavender

Marigolds

Pansies

Petunias

Phlox

Roses

Salvia

Sunflowers

Tulips

Zinnia

Vegetables for New Salem

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 KS Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

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

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Best Time to Plant in New Salem

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

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.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

New Salem's Temperature

USDA Growing Zone: 7a

Zip Codes: 67156

Longitude: -96.8897

Latitude: 37.3143

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 0 to 5

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

Map of New Salem

Reusable Grow Bags

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

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

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Tools You'll Love

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

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.

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Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

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