Middletown's Hardiness Zone

Our records indicate the United States Department of Agriculture has given Middletown 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 Middletown's climate. If you are looking for plants suitable for growing in the Middletown area, head on over to our page on plants that grow well in Middletown, VA.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

High-capacity watering can with comfortable grip and precise spout.

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 Middletown is in growing zone 7a this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants chosen for Middletown'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

Zip Codes: 22645

Longitude: -78.2781

Latitude: 39.0287

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 0 to 5