Best Plants For Owenton, KY

A variety of plants are suitable for Owenton's climate. The growing zone for the area is usually 6b, with average annual lows of -5 to 0 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Owenton, KY based on our analysis of the region's information.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Owenton include beets, broccoli and brussels sprouts, while fruits like apples, apricots and blackberries will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like aster, azalea and begonia for the best results.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Trees for Owenton

American Beech (Fagus grandifolia)

American Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis)

Black Cherry (Prunus serotina)

Black Locust (Robinia pseudoacacia)

Black Walnut (Juglans nigra)

Blue Spruce (Picea pungens)

Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis)

Green Ash (Fraxinus pennsylvanica)

Honey Locust (Gleditsia triacanthos)

Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum)

Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra)

Norway Spruce (Picea abies)

Scarlet Oak (Quercus coccinea)

Shagbark Hickory (Carya ovata)

Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum)

Sweet Birch (Betula lenta)

Tulip Poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera)

White Ash (Fraxinus americana)

White Pine (Pinus strobus)

Yellow Buckeye (Aesculus flava)

Fruits for Owenton

Apples

Apricots

Blackberries

Blueberries

Cherries

Currants

Elderberries

Figs

Gooseberries

Grapes

Hazelnuts

Mulberries

Pawpaw

Peaches

Pears

Persimmons

Plums

Quince

Raspberries

Strawberries

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Flowers for Owenton

Aster

Azalea

Begonia

Black Eyed Susan

Coneflower

Daffodil

Dahlia

Daylily

Geranium

Hosta

Hydrangea

Iris

Lavender

Marigold

Peony

Phlox

Rose

Sunflower

Tulip

Zinnia

Vegetables for Owenton

Beets

Broccoli

Brussels Sprouts

Cabbage

Carrots

Cucumbers

Eggplant

Green Beans

Kale

Onion

Peas

Radishes

Red Peppers

Romaine Lettuce

Spinach

Sweet Corn

Sweet Potatoes

Swiss Chard

Tomatoes

Zucchini

Map of KY Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

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

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Reusable Grow Bags

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

Best Time to Plant in Owenton

Check the growing calendar for Owenton 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.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

Owenton's Temperature

USDA Growing Zone: 6b

Zip Codes: 40359

Longitude: -84.8411

Latitude: 38.5385

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -5 to 0

The USDA growing zone is 6b in Owenton, KY. 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 Owenton is -5 to 0 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Owenton, KY.

Map of Owenton

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

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Tools You'll Love

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

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Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

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.

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