Best Plants For Elkton, SD

A variety of plants are suitable for Elkton's climate. According to our data, the growing zone for the area is 4b, with average annual lows of -25 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit. Scroll down for a full list of the best plants for Elkton, SD based on our analysis of the region's climate.

If growing food is your aim, vegetables hardy to Elkton include beets, broccoli and brussels sprouts, while fruits like apples, apricots and blackberries will flourish.

For flower beds, go with choices like aster (aster), black eyed susan (rudbeckia hirta) and bleeding heart (dicentra spectabilis) for the best results.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Trees for Elkton

American Basswood

American Beech

American Elm

Balsam Fir

Black Cherry

Black Spruce

Black Walnut

Colorado Blue Spruce

Eastern Hemlock

Eastern White Pine

Green Ash

Northern Red Oak

Norway Spruce

Paper Birch

Red Maple

Silver Maple

Sugar Maple

Tamarack

White Spruce

Yellow Birch

Fruits for Elkton

Apples

Apricots

Blackberries

Blueberries

Cherries

Crabapples

Currants

Elderberries

Gooseberries

Grapes

Honeyberries

Kiwifruits

Peaches

Pears

Plums

Raspberries

Rhubarb

Saskatoon Berries.

Sour Cherries

Strawberries

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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

Flowers for Elkton

Aster (Aster)

Black Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta)

Bleeding Heart (Dicentra spectabilis)

Campanula (Campanula)

Columbine (Aquilegia)

Coral Bells (Heuchera)

Creeping Phlox (Phlox stolonifera).

Daylily (Hemerocallis)

Forget-Me-Not (Myosotis sylvatica)

Goldenrod (Solidago)

Hosta (Hosta)

Hydrangea (Hydrangea)

Lupine (Lupinus)

Oriental Poppy (Papaver orientale)

Peony (Paeonia)

Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea)

Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum)

Siberian Iris (Iris sibirica)

Siberian Squill (Scilla siberica)

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)

Vegetables for Elkton

Beets

Broccoli

Brussels sprouts

Cabbage

Carrots

Cauliflower

Collard Greens

Garlic

Kale

Lettuce

Onions

Parsnips

Peas

Potatoes

Radish

Rutabagas

Spinach

Swiss chard

Turnips

Winter squash.

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 Elkton, SD climate.

Map of SD Hardiness Zones

Choose plants with your zone in mind

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

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

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.

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

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

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 Watering Can

Elegant brass watering can with classic design and durability.

Raised Garden Bed Kit

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

Cluck Around Sign

Whimsical sign for your chicken coop area.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Compact greenhouse perfect for small spaces.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

Elkton's Temperature

The USDA growing zone is 4b in Elkton, SD. 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 Elkton is -25 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit. If you would like to learn more, visit our page on the growing zone for Elkton, SD.

Map of Elkton

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.

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.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Sturdy basket for collecting and carrying your garden harvest.

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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.

Stainless Steel Garden Tool Set

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

Wooden Chicken Coop

Spacious and secure home for your backyard chickens.

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.

Reusable Grow Bags

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

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Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Versatile Japanese-style gardening knife for weeding and planting.

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Grow your own delicious shiitake mushrooms at home.

Raised Garden Planter

Elevated planter for easy access and better drainage.

Self Watering Plant Pots

Innovative pots that maintain optimal moisture levels.

Rustic Iron Garden Trellis

Sturdy trellis for supporting climbing plants and vines.