What Plants Grow Well In 48217?
USDA Growing Zone: 6b
Longitude: -83.1024
Latitude: 42.3834
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -5 to 0
The USDA growing zone is 6b in the 48217 zip code. This climate hardiness zone is a measure of the lowest temperature that a plant can survive, helping you to decide what plants would be suitable for your climate. We've already picked out a selection of the best plants for Detroit to help you get your next gardening project started.
We also have temperature requirement information and a map of U.S. hardiness zones over on our page on the growing zone for Detroit.
Self Watering Plant Pots
Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.
Large Greenhouse Kit
Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.
Worm Composting Kit
Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.
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.
Trees for 48217
American Beech (Fagus grandifolia)
American Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis)
Black Cherry (Prunus serotina)
Black Locust (Robinia pseudoacacia)
Black Walnut (Juglans nigra)
Blue Spruce (Picea pungens)
Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis)
Green Ash (Fraxinus pennsylvanica)
Honey Locust (Gleditsia triacanthos)
Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum)
Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra)
Norway Spruce (Picea abies)
Scarlet Oak (Quercus coccinea)
Shagbark Hickory (Carya ovata)
Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum)
Sweet Birch (Betula lenta)
Tulip Poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera)
White Ash (Fraxinus americana)
White Pine (Pinus strobus)
Yellow Buckeye (Aesculus flava)
Fruits for 48217
Apples
Apricots
Blackberries
Blueberries
Cherries
Currants
Elderberries
Figs
Gooseberries
Grapes
Hazelnuts
Mulberries
Pawpaw
Peaches
Pears
Persimmons
Plums
Quince
Raspberries
Strawberries
Flowers for 48217
Aster
Azalea
Begonia
Black Eyed Susan
Coneflower
Daffodil
Dahlia
Daylily
Geranium
Hosta
Hydrangea
Iris
Lavender
Marigold
Peony
Phlox
Rose
Sunflower
Tulip
Zinnia
Vegetables for 48217
Beets
Broccoli
Brussels Sprouts
Cabbage
Carrots
Cucumbers
Eggplant
Green Beans
Kale
Onion
Peas
Radishes
Red Peppers
Romaine Lettuce
Spinach
Sweet Corn
Sweet Potatoes
Swiss Chard
Tomatoes
Zucchini
Best Time to Plant in Detroit
Check the growing calendar for Detroit at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.
Brass Decorative Faucet Handle
Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.
Shiitake Mushroom Kit
Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.
Seed Starting Trays
Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.
Raised Garden Bed Kit
Easy-to-assemble raised garden bed for better soil control and drainage.
Brass Watering Can
Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.
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