What Plants Grow Well In 27278?
The USDA hardiness zone is 8a in the 27278. This zone is a measure of the lowest temperature that a plant can survive, and helps determine what plants would grow best in the area's climate. Below you'll find a list of the best plants for 27278's climate based on this hardiness zone.
Learn more hardiness zones on our page for Hillsborough's growing zone.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Metal Arbor Trellis

Metal Seed Storage Box

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket
Trees for 27278
Fruits for 27278
Flowers for 27278
Vegetables for 27278

Planting Advice for 27278
Have questions about planting in 27278's climate? Check out our FAQ below for answers to common questions about growing plants in the area.
Zip code 27278 is in USDA hardiness zone 8a, which means plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15°F each year.
Best Time to Plant in Hillsborough
Check the growing calendar for Hillsborough at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Metal Seed Storage Box

Seed Starting Trays

Raised Garden Bed Kit

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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