Best Plants For Hecla, SD

A variety of plants are suitable for Hecla'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 Hecla, SD based on our analysis of the region's information.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Hecla 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 Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Trees for Hecla

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 Hecla

Apples

Apricots

Blackberries

Blueberries

Cherries

Currants

Elderberries

Gooseberries

Grapes

Hardy Kiwi

Highbush cranberries

Mulberries

Peaches

Pears

Plums

Quince

Raspberries

Rhubarb

Saskatoon berries

Strawberries

Reusable Grow Bags

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

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Flowers for Hecla

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 Hecla

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 SD Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

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

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

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.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Raised vegetable bed rows in zone 8a

Hecla's Temperature

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

Map of Hecla

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Reusable Grow Bags

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

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

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.

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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.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

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.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

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Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.