Plato's Hardiness Zone

Our records indicate the United States Department of Agriculture has given Plato a 2023 growing zone designation of 6b. Sometimes also called the planting zone or hardiness zone, this zone number gives you an idea of what plants can and cannot grow in Plato's climate. If you are looking for plants suitable for growing in the Plato area, head on over to our page on plants that grow well in Plato, MO.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

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

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.