Bunker Hill's Hardiness Zone

Our records indicate the United States Department of Agriculture has given Bunker Hill a growing zone designation of 6a. Sometimes also called the planting zone or hardiness zone, this zone number gives you an idea of what plants can and cannot grow in Bunker Hill's climate. If you are looking for plants suitable for growing in the Bunker Hill area, head on over to our page on plants that grow well in Bunker Hill, IN.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

Easy-to-assemble raised garden bed for better soil control and drainage.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

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 Bunker Hill is in growing zone 6a this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for Bunker Hill'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: 6a

Zip Codes: 46914

Longitude: -86.1015

Latitude: 40.6601

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): -10 to -5