What Plants Grow Well In 08542?
The USDA hardiness zone is 7a in the 08542 zip code. This zone is a measure of the lowest temperature that a plant can survive, and helps determine what plants would grow best in the area's climate. Below you'll find a list of the best plants for 08542's climate based on this hardiness zone.
Learn more hardiness zones on our page for Princeton's growing zone.

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Metal Arbor Trellis

Reusable Grow Bags
Trees for 08542
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Flowers for 08542
Vegetables for 08542

Planting Advice for 08542
Have questions about planting in 08542's climate? Check out our FAQ below for answers to common questions about growing plants in the area.
Zip code 08542 is in USDA hardiness zone 7a, which means plants there can survive temperatures as low as 0 to 5°F each year.
Best Time to Plant in Princeton
Check the growing calendar for Princeton at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.

Small Greenhouse Kit

Hoeing Ain't Easy Garden Sign

Cluck Around Sign

Reusable Grow Bags

Seed Starting Trays
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