Hershey's Hardiness Zone
Our records indicate the United States Department of Agriculture has given Hershey a growing zone designation of 7a. Sometimes also called the planting zone or hardiness zone, this zone number gives you an idea of what plants can and cannot grow in Hershey's climate. If you are looking for plants suitable for growing in the Hershey area, head on over to our page on plants that grow well in Hershey, PA.


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Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Brass Watering Can

Worm Composting 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 Hershey is in growing zone 7a this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for Hershey'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: 7a
Longitude: -76.6458
Latitude: 40.2806
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 0 to 5

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