Best Plants For Virginia Beach, VA

plants by zone map for Virginia Beach, VA

A variety of plants are suitable for Virginia Beach'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 Virginia Beach, VA based on our analysis of the region's information.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Virginia Beach 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.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Trees for Virginia Beach

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 Virginia Beach

Apple

Apricot

Blackberry

Blueberry

Cherry

Fig

Grape

Kiwi

Lemon

Lime

Mulberry

Olive

Orange

Peach

Pear

Persimmon

Plum

Pomegranate

Raspberry

Strawberries

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Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Flowers for Virginia Beach

Azalea

Begonia

Camellia

Chrysanthemums

Clematis

Coneflower

Cosmos

Dahlia

Daphne

Daylily

Gardenia

Geranium

Hydrangea

Iris

Lilac

Marigold

Peony

Roses

Viburnum

Wisteria

Vegetables for Virginia Beach

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 VA Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

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

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

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Best Time to Plant in Virginia Beach

Check the growing calendar for Virginia Beach 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.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Reusable Grow Bags

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

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

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

Virginia Beach's Temperature

USDA Growing Zone: 8b

Zip Codes: 23459, 23451, 23453, 23452, 23455, 23457, 23456, 23454, 23460, 23461, 23462, 23464, 23450, 23458, 23463, 23465, 23466, 23467, 23471, 23479

Longitude: -76.0435

Latitude: 36.7335

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 15 to 20

What hurricane evacuation zone is Virginia Beach, VA?

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

Map of Virginia Beach

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

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Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

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

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

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Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

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

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