Best Plants For Independence, OR

A variety of plants are suitable for Independence's climate. The growing zone for the area is usually 8b, with average annual lows of 15 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Independence, OR based on our analysis of the region's information.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Independence include beets, bell peppers and broccoli, while fruits like apple, apricot and blackberry will flourish.

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

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Trees for Independence

American Holly

American Sycamore

Bald Cypress

Black Walnut

Catalpa Tree

Eastern Redbud

European Beech

Japanese Maple

Pear Tree

River Birch

Saucer Magnolia

Southern Live Oak

Southern Red Oak

Sugar Maple

Sweet Bay Magnolia

Tulip Poplar

White Ash

Witch Hazel

Yoshino Cherry

Yulan Magnolia

Fruits for Independence

Apple

Apricot

Blackberry

Blueberry

Cherry

Fig

Grape

Kiwi

Lemon

Lime

Mulberry

Olive

Orange

Peach

Pear

Persimmon

Plum

Pomegranate

Raspberry

Strawberries

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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

Flowers for Independence

Azalea

Begonia

Camellia

Chrysanthemums

Clematis

Coneflower

Cosmos

Dahlia

Daphne

Daylily

Gardenia

Geranium

Hydrangea

Iris

Lilac

Marigold

Peony

Roses

Viburnum

Wisteria

Vegetables for Independence

Beets

Bell Peppers

Broccoli

Cabbage

Carrots

Collard Greens

Cucumbers

Eggplant

Garlic

Green Beans

Kale

Lettuce

Okra

Onions

Radish

Spinach

Sweet Potatoes

Swiss Chard

Tomatoes

Zucchini

Map of OR Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

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

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.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Best Time to Plant in Independence

Check the growing calendar for Independence 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.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Reusable Grow Bags

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

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

Independence's Temperature

USDA Growing Zone: 8b

Zip Codes: 97351

Longitude: -123.1952

Latitude: 44.8547

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 15 to 20

The USDA growing zone is 8b in Independence, OR. 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 Independence is 15 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Independence, OR.

Map of Independence

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

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.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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

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Tools You'll Love

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

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Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

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