Best Plants For Colby, KS

A variety of plants are suitable for Colby's climate. The growing zone for the area is usually 6a, with average annual lows of -10 to -5 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Colby, KS based on our analysis of the region's information.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Colby include beans, beets and bell peppers, while fruits like apples, apricot and blackberries will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like black-eyed susan, bleeding heart and butterfly bush for the best results.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Trees for Colby

American Elm

Balsam Fir

Black Cherry

Black Walnut

Colorado Blue Spruce

Common Juniper

Dogwood

Eastern Redbud

Eastern White Pine

Honey Locust

Japanese Maple

Northern Red Oak

Norway Spruce

Paper Birch

Pin Oak

Red Maple

Sugar Maple

Sweetgum

White Ash

Yellow Buckeye

Fruits for Colby

Apples

Apricot

Blackberries

Blueberries

Currants

Elderberries

Figs

Grapes

Hardy kiwi

Mulberries

Nectarines

Peach

Pears

Persimmons

Plums

Quince

Raspberries

Sour cherries

Strawberries

Sweet cherries

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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

Flowers for Colby

Black-eyed Susan

Bleeding heart

Butterfly Bush

Columbine.

Coneflower

Daffodils

Daylily

Geranium

Hydrangea

Lavender

Marigold

Pansies

Peony

Rhododendron

Rose

Salvia

Shasta Daisy

Sunflower

Tulips

Zinnia

Vegetables for Colby

Beans

Beets

Bell Peppers

Broccoli

Carrots

Cauliflower

Corn

Cucumbers

Eggplant

Green Onions

Kale

Lettuce

Peas

Radishes

Spinach

Squash

Swiss Chard

Tomatoes

Turnips

Zucchini

Map of KS Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

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

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.

Reusable Grow Bags

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

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Best Time to Plant in Colby

Check the growing calendar for Colby 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.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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

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.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

Colby's Temperature

USDA Growing Zone: 6a

Zip Codes: 67701

Longitude: -101.0452

Latitude: 39.3848

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -10 to -5

The USDA growing zone is 6a in Colby, 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 Colby is -10 to -5 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Colby, KS.

Map of Colby

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.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

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Tools You'll Love

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

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Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

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