What Plants Grow Well In 60656?
USDA Growing Zone: 6a
Longitude: -87.6866
Latitude: 41.8375
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -10 to -5

The USDA growing zone is 6a in the 60656 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 Chicago 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 Chicago.

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Worm Composting Kit

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Self Watering Plant Pots

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit
Trees for 60656
Fruits for 60656
Flowers for 60656
Vegetables for 60656

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

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

Small Greenhouse Kit

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

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