What Growing Zone Is South Bound Brook?
Our records indicate the United States Department of Agriculture has given South Bound Brook a growing zone designation of . Sometimes also called the planting or hardiness zone, this zone number gives you an idea of what plants can and cannot grow in South Bound Brook's climate based on the average extreme annual temperature.Our data is based on the latest 2023 USDA maps, which used South Bound Brook's weather data from 1991 - 2020 in their analysis.

If you are looking for plants suitable for growing in the South Bound Brook area, head on over to our page on plants that grow well in South Bound Brook, NJ.

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The growing zone is a measure of the lowest temperature that a plant can survive based on average lowest year temperatures, helping you to decide what plants would grow best in your particular climate. Since South Bound Brook is in growing zone this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as degrees Fahrenheit. Plants for South Bound Brook'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.

Some zones may have been changed by the USDA as of 2023. To see if the South Bound Brook area has been affected, refer to this map of half zone changes from the 2012 version of the USDA zones to the 2023 version.

The updated map shows that over half of the Southeast has warmed by about half a zone. For gardeners, that means you can now grow plants that tolerate a bit more heat and less frost than before. The tan areas reflect this shift. Meanwhile, the white areas had slight temperature changes, but not enough to move them into a new zone. In the Western U.S., a few spots shifted cooler. That’s not due to a colder climate, but because the new map uses a larger dataset, giving a more accurate picture of local conditions. It's important to keep track of these changes when planning your garden!
Hardiness Zone FAQ
Have questions about hardiness zones and what they mean for your garden? Check out our FAQ below for quick answers to common questions about USDA hardiness zones and how they affect plant selection in South Bound Brook, NJ.
The USDA hardiness zone is null for South Bound Brook. This is sometimes also referred to as the growing or planting zone. These terms are used interchangeably.
South Bound Brook's Growing Zone Details
USDA Growing Zone:
Zip Codes: 8880
Longitude: -74.5277
Latitude: 40.5535
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F):

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