What Plants Grow Well In 50171?
The USDA hardiness zone is 5b in the 50171 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 50171's climate based on this hardiness zone.
Learn more hardiness zones on our page for Montezuma's growing zone.

Fiskars Garden Harvest Basket

Small Greenhouse Kit

Brass Watering Can

Steel Hori Hori Weeding Knife

Raised Garden Bed Kit
Trees for 50171
Fruits for 50171
Flowers for 50171
Vegetables for 50171

Planting Advice for 50171
Have questions about planting in 50171's climate? Check out our FAQ below for answers to common questions about growing plants in the area.
Zip code 50171 is in USDA hardiness zone 5b, which means plants there can survive temperatures as low as -15 to -10°F each year.
Best Time to Plant in Montezuma
Check the growing calendar for Montezuma at the Old Farmer's Almanac to see the best planting times for the region.

Metal Seed Storage Box

Shiitake Mushroom Kit

Reusable Grow Bags

Deluxe Plastic Watering Can

Wooden Chicken Coop
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