Best Plants For El Paso, TX

A variety of plants are suitable for El Paso's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 8b, with average annual lows of 15 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for El Paso, TX based on our analysis of the region's climate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about plants for your area? Check out our FAQ below for quick answers to common questions about what plants grow best in the El Paso, TX climate.
Some of the best vegetables for El Paso, TX include beets, bell peppers and broccoli. Other recommended vegetables include Cabbage, Carrots and Collard Greens based on El Paso's USDA hardiness zone.
Map of TX Hardiness Zones

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

Brass Watering Can

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Metal Arbor Trellis

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Best Time to Plant in El Paso
Check the growing calendar for El Paso at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.
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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.

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El Paso's Temperature
USDA Growing Zone: 8b
Zip Codes: 79901, 79902, 79903, 79904, 79905, 79906, 79907, 79930, 79932, 79935, 79934, 79936, 79915, 79912, 79911, 79835, 79922, 79920, 79927, 79924, 79925, 79910, 79913, 79914, 79917, 79923, 79926, 79931, 79937, 79940, 79941, 79942, 79943, 79944, 79945, 79946, 79947, 79948, 79949, 79950, 79951, 79952, 79953, 79954, 79955, 79958, 79960, 79961, 79968, 79976, 79978, 79980, 79995, 79996, 79997, 79998, 79999, 88540, 88541, 88542, 88543, 88544, 88545, 88546, 88547, 88548, 88549, 88550, 88553, 88554, 88555, 88556, 88557, 88558, 88559, 88560, 88561, 88562, 88563, 88565, 88566, 88567, 88568, 88569, 88570, 88571, 88572, 88573, 88574, 88575, 88576, 88577, 88578, 88579, 88580, 88581, 88582, 88583, 88584, 88585, 88586, 88588, 88590, 88595
Longitude: -106.43
Latitude: 31.8476
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 15 to 20
The USDA growing zone is 8b in El Paso, TX. 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 El Paso is 15 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for El Paso, TX.
Map of El Paso

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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.

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