Smeltertown's Hardiness Zone
Our records indicate the United States Department of Agriculture has given Smeltertown a growing zone designation of 5b. Sometimes also called the planting zone or hardiness zone, this zone number gives you an idea of what plants can and cannot grow in Smeltertown's climate. If you are looking for plants suitable for growing in the Smeltertown area, head on over to our page on plants that grow well in Smeltertown, CO.


Cluck Around Sign

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

Metal Seed Storage Box

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Large Greenhouse Kit
Understanding your growing zone is very important because it is a measure of the lowest temperature that a plant can survive, helping you to decide what plants would grow best in your particular climate. Since Smeltertown is in growing zone 5b this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for Smeltertown's climate should be chosen with this in mind or plants should be moved inside to keep their core temperature in the right range if necessary.
USDA Growing Zone: 5b
Zip Codes: 81201
Longitude: -106.0085
Latitude: 38.5524
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -15 to -10

Seed Starting Trays

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket
