Rock Hill's Hardiness Zone

Our records indicate the United States Department of Agriculture has given Rock Hill a growing zone designation of 8a. Sometimes also called the planting zone or hardiness zone, this zone number gives you an idea of what plants can and cannot grow in Rock Hill's climate. If you are looking for plants suitable for growing in the Rock Hill area, head on over to our page on plants that grow well in Rock Hill, SC.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Reusable Grow Bags

Breathable fabric grow bags that promote healthy root growth for your vegetables and fruits.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

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 Rock Hill is in growing zone 8a this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for Rock 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: 8a

Zip Codes: 29732, 29733, 29730, 29731

Longitude: -81.0241

Latitude: 34.9415

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 10 to 15