Best Plants For Oak Creek Canyon, AZ

plants by zone map for Oak Creek Canyon, AZ

A variety of plants are suitable for Oak Creek Canyon's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 8b, with average annual lows of 15 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Oak Creek Canyon, AZ based on our analysis of the region's climate.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Oak Creek Canyon include beets, bell peppers and broccoli, while fruits like apple, apricot and blackberry will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like azalea, begonia and camellia for the best results.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Trees for Oak Creek Canyon

American Holly

American Sycamore

Bald Cypress

Black Walnut

Catalpa Tree

Eastern Redbud

European Beech

Japanese Maple

Pear Tree

River Birch

Saucer Magnolia

Southern Live Oak

Southern Red Oak

Sugar Maple

Sweet Bay Magnolia

Tulip Poplar

White Ash

Witch Hazel

Yoshino Cherry

Yulan Magnolia

Fruits for Oak Creek Canyon

Apple

Apricot

Blackberry

Blueberry

Cherry

Fig

Grape

Kiwi

Lemon

Lime

Mulberry

Olive

Orange

Peach

Pear

Persimmon

Plum

Pomegranate

Raspberry

Strawberries

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Flowers for Oak Creek Canyon

Azalea

Begonia

Camellia

Chrysanthemums

Clematis

Coneflower

Cosmos

Dahlia

Daphne

Daylily

Gardenia

Geranium

Hydrangea

Iris

Lilac

Marigold

Peony

Roses

Viburnum

Wisteria

Vegetables for Oak Creek Canyon

Beets

Bell Peppers

Broccoli

Cabbage

Carrots

Collard Greens

Cucumbers

Eggplant

Garlic

Green Beans

Kale

Lettuce

Okra

Onions

Radish

Spinach

Sweet Potatoes

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 Oak Creek Canyon, AZ climate.

Some of the best vegetables for Oak Creek Canyon, AZ include beets, bell peppers and broccoli. Other recommended vegetables include Cabbage, Carrots and Collard Greens based on Oak Creek Canyon's USDA hardiness zone.

Map of AZ Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

Choosing plants based on the growing zone for Oak Creek Canyon ensures that your plants will be able to survive the lowest annual temperatures in your area of Arizona.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Fun and decorative garden sign to add personality to your space.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Best Time to Plant in Oak Creek Canyon

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

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Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Oak Creek Canyon's Temperature

USDA Growing Zone: 8b

Zip Codes: 86336

Longitude: -111.7505

Latitude: 34.949

Lowest Avg Temperatures (F): 15 to 20

The USDA growing zone is 8b in Oak Creek Canyon, AZ. 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 Oak Creek Canyon is 15 to 20 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Oak Creek Canyon, AZ.

Map of Oak Creek Canyon

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

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.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

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

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Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

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Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

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

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Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

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Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

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