What Plants Grow Well In 71006?
The USDA hardiness zone is 8b in the 71006. 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 71006's climate based on this hardiness zone.
Learn more hardiness zones on our page for Benton's growing zone.

Worm Composting Kit

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Cluck Around Sign

Metal Arbor Trellis

Raised Garden Planter
Trees for 71006
Fruits for 71006
Flowers for 71006
Vegetables for 71006

Planting Advice for 71006
Have questions about planting in 71006's climate? Check out our FAQ below for answers to common questions about growing plants in the area.
Zip code 71006 is in USDA hardiness zone 8b, which means plants there can survive temperatures as low as 15 to 20°F each year.
Best Time to Plant in Benton
Check the growing calendar for Benton at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.

Cluck Around Sign

Reusable Grow Bags

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

Worm Composting Kit

Raised Garden Planter

Looking for more recommendations for 71006? Follow us on Instagram for even more gardening and homesteading tips and tricks.
Other Towns in Louisiana
We have plant recommendations for most towns in Louisiana. Select a town from the list below to find the best plants for your area based on the latest climate information.
Best Plants By State
Louisiana not the right state? We have plant recommendations for every state, town and zip code in the United States. Choose a state from the list below to find the best plants for your area.
To see our latest gardening and homesteading projects, you can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.