Best Plants For Big Sky Colony, MT

A variety of plants are suitable for Big Sky Colony's climate. The growing zone for the area is usually 4a, with average annual lows of -30 to -25 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Big Sky Colony, MT based on our analysis of the region's information.

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

For flower beds, go with choices like astilbe (astilbe), black-eyed susan (rudbeckia hirta) and bleeding heart (dicentra spectabilis) for the best results.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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

Trees for Big Sky Colony

American Basswood

American Elm

American Sycamore

Balsam Fir

Black Cherry

Black Walnut

Blue Spruce

Canadian Hemlock

Eastern Hemlock

Eastern White Pine

Hackberry

Hawthorn

Honey Locust

Northern Red Oak

Norway Spruce

River Birch

Sugar Maple

Tamarack

White Ash

White Spruce

Fruits for Big Sky Colony

Apples

Apricots

Blackberries

Blueberries

Cherries

Currants

Elderberries

Gooseberries

Grapes

Hardy Kiwi

Highbush cranberries

Mulberries

Peaches

Pears

Plums

Quince

Raspberries

Rhubarb

Saskatoon berries

Strawberries

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Flowers for Big Sky Colony

Astilbe (Astilbe)

Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta)

Bleeding Heart (Dicentra spectabilis)

Clematis (Clematis)

Coral Bells (Heuchera)

Coreopsis (Coreopsis)

Daylily (Hemerocallis)

Delphinium (Delphinium)

Hosta (Hosta spp.)

Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)

Lily-of-the-Valley (Convallaria majalis)

Lupine (Lupinus)

Pansies (Viola x wittrockiana)

Peony (Paeonia lactiflora)

Phlox (Phlox paniculata)

Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea)

Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum x superbum)

Siberian Iris (Iris sibirica)

Veronica (Veronica)

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)

Vegetables for Big Sky Colony

Beets

Broccoli

Brussels sprouts

Cabbage

Carrots

Cucumbers

Green beans

Kale

Lettuce

Onions

Parsnips

Peas

Potatoes

Radishes

Spinach

Sweet Corn

Swiss Chard

Tomatoes

Turnips

Zucchini

Map of MT Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

Choosing plants based on the growing zone for Big Sky Colony ensures that your plants will be able to survive the lowest annual temperatures in your area of Montana.

Reusable Grow Bags

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

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better 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.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

Big Sky Colony's Temperature

The USDA growing zone is 4a in Big Sky Colony, MT. 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 Big Sky Colony is -30 to -25 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Big Sky Colony, MT.

Map of Big Sky Colony

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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

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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.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

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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.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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