What Plants Grow Well In 60680?
2023 USDA Growing Zone: 6b
Longitude: -87.6866
Latitude: 41.8375
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -5 to 0
The 2023 USDA growing zone is 6b in the 60680 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, Illinois.
Brass Decorative Faucet Handle
Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.
Shiitake Mushroom Kit
Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.
Large Greenhouse Kit
Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.
Rustic Iron Garden Trellis
Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.
Small Greenhouse Kit
Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.
Trees
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
Apples
Apricots
Blackberries
Blueberries
Cherries
Currants
Elderberries
Figs
Gooseberries
Grapes
Hazelnuts
Mulberries
Pawpaw
Peaches
Pears
Persimmons
Plums
Quince
Raspberries
Strawberries
Flowers
Aster
Azalea
Begonia
Black Eyed Susan
Coneflower
Daffodil
Dahlia
Daylily
Geranium
Hosta
Hydrangea
Iris
Lavender
Marigold
Peony
Phlox
Rose
Sunflower
Tulip
Zinnia
Vegetables
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
Not Sure When to Plant?
Check the growing calendar for Chicago at the Old Farmer's Almanac.
Reusable Grow Bags
Breathable fabric grow bags that promote healthy root growth for your vegetables and fruits.
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.
Metal Seed Storage Box
Organized storage solution for your seed collection.
Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit
Grow fresh herbs and vegetables year-round with this indoor hydroponic garden system.