What Growing Zone Is Difficult Run?
Our records indicate the United States Department of Agriculture has given Difficult Run a growing zone designation of 7b. Sometimes also called the planting or hardiness zone, this zone number gives you an idea of what plants can and cannot grow in Difficult Run's climate based on the average extreme annual temperature.Our data is based on the latest 2023 USDA maps, which used Difficult Run's weather data from 1991 - 2020 in their analysis.
Latest VA growing zone mapIf you are looking for plants suitable for growing in the Difficult Run area, head on over to our page on plants that grow well in Difficult Run, VA.
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Latest VA growing zone mapThe 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 Difficult Run is in growing zone 7b this means that plants there can survive temperatures as low as 5 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit. Plants for Difficult Run'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 Difficult Run area has been affected, refer to this map of half zone changes from the 2012 version of the USDA zones to the 2023 version.
Half zone changes from 2012 to 2023The 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 Difficult Run, VA.
The USDA hardiness zone is 7b for Difficult Run. This is sometimes also referred to as the growing or planting zone. These terms are used interchangeably.
Difficult Run's Growing Zone Details
USDA Growing Zone: 7b
Zip Codes: 20171, 22124, 22181
Longitude: -77.3471
Latitude: 38.9016
Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 5 to 10
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