Best Plants For El Portal, FL

A variety of plants are suitable for El Portal's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 11a, with average annual lows of 40 to 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for El Portal, FL based on our analysis of the region's climate.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to El Portal include arugula, beets and collard greens, while fruits like avocado, banana and cantaloupe will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like african daisy, aloe flower. and begonia for the best results.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Seed Starting Trays

Perfect for starting seeds indoors before transplanting to your garden.

Trees for El Portal

Avocado Tree

Bismarck Palm

Coconut Palm

Date Palm Tree

Dragon Tree

Fiddle Leaf Fig Tree

Flame Tree

Guava Tree

Gumbo Limbo Tree

Hawaiian Umbrella Tree

Hibiscus Tree

Koa Tree

Lemon Tree

Macadamia Nut Tree

Mango Tree

Orange Tree

Pineapple Palm Tree

Rainbow Eucalyptus

Royal Poinciana

Traveler's Palm Tree

Fruits for El Portal

Avocado

Banana

Cantaloupe

Coconut

Dragon Fruit

Durian

Figs

Guava

Key Lime

Kiwi

Kumquat

Lemon

Lychee

Mango

Oranges

Papaya

Passion Fruit

Pineapple

Pomegranate

Star Fruit

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Flowers for El Portal

African Daisy

Aloe Flower.

Begonia

Bird of Paradise

Bougainvillea

Camellia

Canna Lily

Citrus Blossoms

Frangipani

Fuchsia

Gardenia

Geranium

Hibiscus

Jasmine

Lavender

Morning Glory

Passion Flower

Petunia

Plumeria

Rosemary

Vegetables for El Portal

Arugula

Beets

Collard Greens

Cucumbers

Eggplant

Green Beans

Kale

Lettuce

Mustard Greens

Okra

Peppers

Pumpkin

Radishes

Spinach

Squash

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 El Portal, FL climate.

Map of FL Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

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

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

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.

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Reusable Grow Bags

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

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

El Portal's Temperature

The USDA growing zone is 11a in El Portal, FL. 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 El Portal is 40 to 45 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for El Portal, FL.

Map of El Portal

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

Brass Decorative Faucet Handle

Elegant brass handle to enhance your garden faucet.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Organized storage solution for your seed collection.

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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.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

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Hydroponic Garden Grow Kit

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

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Reusable Grow Bags

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

Worm Composting Kit

Complete kit for starting your own worm composting system.

Large Greenhouse Kit

Spacious greenhouse for extending your growing season.