Best Plants For Gillham, AR

A variety of plants are suitable for Gillham's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 8a, with average annual lows of 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Gillham, AR based on our analysis of the region's climate.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Gillham include beets, broccoli and brussels sprouts, while fruits like apple, apricot and blackberries will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like azalea, black-eyed susan and butterfly weed for the best results.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Complete garden tool set with heavy-duty stainless steel tools for all your gardening needs.

Trees for Gillham

American Beech

American Holly

American Sycamore

Bald Cypress

Black Cherry

Chinese Elm

Dogwood

Eastern Redbud

Eastern White Pine

Honey Locust

Live Oak

Loblolly Pine

London Plane Tree

Red Maple

River Birch

Silver Maple

Southern Magnolia

Sweetbay Magnolia

Tulip Poplar

White Oak

Fruits for Gillham

Apple

Apricot

Blackberries

Blueberries

Cherry

Currants

Fig

Grape

Kiwi

Lemon

Mulberry

Orange

Peach

Pear

Persimmon

Plum

Pomegranate

Raspberries

Strawberries

Strawberry

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.

Flowers for Gillham

Azalea

Black-eyed Susan

Butterfly weed

Chrysanthemum

Coneflower

Daylily

Four o'clock

Geranium

Hydrangea

Impatiens

Lavender

Marigold

Pansy

Peony

Phlox

Snapdragons

Sunflower

Turf Lily

Virginia Bluebell.

Zinnia

Vegetables for Gillham

Beets

Broccoli

Brussels Sprouts

Carrots

Collard Greens

Cucumbers

Eggplant

Green Beans

Kale

Lettuce

Okra

Peppers

Radishes

Red Cabbage

Spinach

Squash

Sweet Corn

Swiss Chard

Tomatoes

Zucchini

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Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about plants for your area? Check out our FAQ below for quick answers to common questions about what plants grow best in the Gillham, AR climate.

Some of the best vegetables for Gillham, AR include beets, broccoli and brussels sprouts. Other recommended vegetables include Carrots, Collard Greens and Cucumbers based on Gillham's USDA hardiness zone.

Map of AR Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

Choosing plants based on the growing zone for Gillham ensures that your plants will be able to survive the lowest annual temperatures in your area of Arkansas.

Reusable Grow Bags

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

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

Grow fresh herbs and vegetables year-round with this indoor hydroponic garden system.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Best Time to Plant in Gillham

Check the growing calendar for Gillham at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.

Need Gardening Gear?

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Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Gillham's Temperature

USDA Growing Zone: 8a

Zip Codes: 71841

Longitude: -94.3145

Latitude: 34.1686

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 10 to 15

The USDA growing zone is 8a in Gillham, AR. This is a measure of the lowest temperature that a plant can survive, helping to decide what plants would be suitable for the region's climate. According to our records, the average annual extreme minimum temperature in Gillham is 10 to 15 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Gillham, AR.

Map of Gillham

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

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.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

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Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

Complete garden tool set with heavy-duty stainless steel tools for all your gardening needs.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

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Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

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