Best Plants For East Los Angeles, CA

A variety of plants are suitable for East Los Angeles's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 10b, with average annual lows of 35 to 40 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for East Los Angeles, CA based on our analysis of the region's climate.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to East Los Angeles include beets, bell peppers and carrots, while fruits like avocados, bananas and cherimoya will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like agapanthus, azalea and bird of paradise for the best results.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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

Trees for East Los Angeles

Bailey's Acacia

Banyan Tree

Buttonwood

Callistemon Tree

Canary Island Pine

Florida Maple

Florida Privet

Foxtail Palm

Golden Trumpet Tree

Green Buttonwood

Gumbo Limbo

Hong Kong Orchid Tree

Jacaranda

Live Oak

Pygmy Date Palm

Queen Palm

Royal Poinciana

Satin Leaf

Silver Buttonwood

Southern Magnolia

Fruits for East Los Angeles

Avocados

Bananas

Cherimoya

Dragon Fruit

Figs

Guava

Kiwi Fruit

Kumquats

Lemons

Limes

Loquats

Lychees

Mamey Sapote

Mangoes

Oranges

Papayas

Passion Fruits

Peaches

Persimmons

Pineapples

Pomegranates

Star Fruit

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Flowers for East Los Angeles

Agapanthus

Azalea

Bird of Paradise

Bougainvillea

Canna Lily

Dahlia

Desert Rose

Gardenia

Geranium

Hibiscus

Jasmine

Kangaroo Paw

Lavender

Marigold

Oleander

Passion Flower

Plumeria

Red Hot Poker

Yarrow

Zinnia

Vegetables for East Los Angeles

Beets

Bell Peppers

Carrots

Collard Greens

Cucumbers

Eggplant

Garlic

Green Beans

Kale

Lettuce

Mustard Greens

Okra

Onions

Radishes

Spinach

Sweet potatoes

Swiss Chard

Tomatoes

Turnips

Zucchini

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 East Los Angeles, CA climate.

Map of CA Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

Choosing plants based on the growing zone for East Los Angeles ensures that your plants will be able to survive the lowest annual temperatures in your area of California.

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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

Reusable Grow Bags

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

Need Gardening Gear?

The Plant Guide Online has selected some of our favorite products to help you with your next growing project. From seed starting trays and fertilizers to decor and lifestyle items, we think you'll love what we've selected.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Brass Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

East Los Angeles's Temperature

The USDA growing zone is 10b in East Los Angeles, CA. 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 East Los Angeles is 35 to 40 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for East Los Angeles, CA.

Map of East Los Angeles

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

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Tools You'll Love

The Plant Guide Online has selected some of our favorite products to help you with your next growing project. From seed starting trays and fertilizers to decor and lifestyle items, we think you'll love what we've selected.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

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.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Plants For Other States

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Metal Arbor Trellis

Decorative arbor trellis for climbing plants and garden entrance.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

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

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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