What Plants Grow Well In 81211?
2023 USDA Growing Zone: 5b
Longitude: -106.1387
Latitude: 38.8319
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -15 to -10

The 2023 USDA growing zone is 5b in the 81211 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 Buena Vista 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 Buena Vista, Colorado.

Raised Garden Planter
Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Self Watering Plant Pots
Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife
Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Large Greenhouse Kit
Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Raised Garden Bed Kit
Easy-to-assemble raised garden bed for better soil control and drainage.
Trees
American Beech (Fagus grandifolia)
American Elm (Ulmus Americana)
American Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis)
Black Walnut (Juglans nigra)
Blue Spruce (Picea pungens)
Cottonwood (Populus deltoides)
Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii)
Eastern Hemlock (Tsuga canadensis)
Eastern Redbud (Cercis canadensis)
Honey Locust (Gleditsia triacanthos)
Northern Red Oak (Quercus rubra)
Norway Spruce (Picea abies)
Red Maple (Acer rubrum)
Red Oak (Quercus rubra)
Silver Maple (Acer saccharinum)
Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum)
White Ash (Fraxinus americana)
White Birch (Betula papyrifera)
White Oak (Quercus alba)
White Pine (Pinus strobus)
Fruits
Apples
Apricots
Blackberries
Blueberries
Cherries
Concord grapes
Currants
Elderberries
Figs
Gooseberries
Hardy kiwi
Honeyberries
Mulberries.
Peaches
Pears
Plums
Quince
Raspberries
Rhubarb
Strawberries
Flowers
Asters
Black-Eyed Susans (Rudbeckia)
Bleeding Heart (Dicentra Spectabilis)
Coneflowers (Echinacea)
Daylilies (Hemerocallis)
Forsythia
Hardy Geraniums
Hostas
Hydrangeas
Iris
Lilacs (Syringa)
Marigolds (Tagetes)
Peonies (Paeonia)
Petunias
Rhododendrons
Roses (Rosa)
Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum)
Sunflowers (Helianthus)
Tulips (Tulipa)
Zinnias
Vegetables
Beets
Broccoli
Brussels Sprouts
Cabbage
Carrots
Cauliflower
Cucumbers
Kale
Leeks
Lettuce
Onions
Peas
Pumpkins
Radishes
Spinach
Squash
Swiss Chard
Tomatoes
Turnips
Zucchini
Not Sure When to Plant?
Check the growing calendar for Buena Vista at the Old Farmer's Almanac.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit
Grow fresh herbs and vegetables year-round with this indoor hydroponic garden system.

Raised Garden Planter
Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis
Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle
Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Wooden Chicken Coop
Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.