What Plants Grow Well In 50517?
The USDA hardiness zone is 5a in the 50517. 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 50517's climate based on this hardiness zone.
Learn more hardiness zones on our page for Bancroft's growing zone.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Raised Garden Planter

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Small Greenhouse Kit

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket
Trees for 50517
Fruits for 50517
Flowers for 50517
Vegetables for 50517

Planting Advice for 50517
Have questions about planting in 50517's climate? Check out our FAQ below for answers to common questions about growing plants in the area.
Zip code 50517 is in USDA hardiness zone 5a, which means plants there can survive temperatures as low as -20 to -15°F each year.
Best Time to Plant in Bancroft
Check the growing calendar for Bancroft at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

Cluck Around Sign

Metal Seed Storage Box

Reusable Grow Bags

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