What Plants Grow Well In 71497?
The USDA hardiness zone is 9a in the 71497. 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 71497's climate based on this hardiness zone.
Learn more hardiness zones on our page for Natchitoches's growing zone.

Cluck Around Sign

Brass Watering Can

Self Watering Plant Pots

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle
Trees for 71497
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Vegetables for 71497

Planting Advice for 71497
Have questions about planting in 71497's climate? Check out our FAQ below for answers to common questions about growing plants in the area.
Zip code 71497 is in USDA hardiness zone 9a, which means plants there can survive temperatures as low as 20 to 25°F each year.
Best Time to Plant in Natchitoches
Check the growing calendar for Natchitoches at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Metal Arbor Trellis

Wooden Chicken Coop

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