{"id":119865,"date":"2024-10-03T16:37:24","date_gmt":"2024-10-03T19:37:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=119865"},"modified":"2024-10-09T14:37:28","modified_gmt":"2024-10-09T17:37:28","slug":"rhode-island-growing-zones","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/rhode-island\/rhode-island-growing-zones\/","title":{"rendered":"Planting Zones of Rhode Island"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The three planting zones in Rhode Island are 6b, 7a, and 7b. The majority of the state falls within zone 6b, while eastern and southern Rhode Island are in slightly warmer zone 7a, and only a few small coastal or island areas are in zone 7b.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Understanding the state&#8217;s planting zones, also known as hardiness zones, helps you determine which plants thrive here. In this guide, we&#8217;ll explore the planting zones of Rhode Island and learn which plants are best suited for each zone.&nbsp;<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-bb9fa0c6-69e1-47f7-8a9a-33aab4abe4cc\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\">In This Article:\u00a0<\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/rhode-island\/rhode-island-growing-zones\/#0-hardiness-zone-map-for-rhode-island\" style=\"\">Hardiness Zone Map for Rhode Island<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/rhode-island\/rhode-island-growing-zones\/#1-zone-6b\" style=\"\">Zone 6b: Providence, Kent, Washington Counties<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/rhode-island\/rhode-island-growing-zones\/#2-zone-7a\" style=\"\">Zone 7a: Parts of East and South Rhode Island<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/rhode-island\/rhode-island-growing-zones\/#3-zone-7b\" style=\"\">Zone 7b: Some Coastal Areas<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-hardiness-zone-map-for-rhode-island\">Hardiness Zone Map for Rhode Island<\/h2>    <p>Rhode Island falls within planting <strong>zones 6b, 7a, and 7b<\/strong>. The majority of the state falls into zone 6b, and only some coastal areas as well as Block Island fall within zone 7b.<\/p>    <p>You can take a closer look at the map below:<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"618\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/usda-map-rhode-island-1.jpg\" alt=\"USDA map of Connecticut and Rhode Island\" class=\"wp-image-119866\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/usda-map-rhode-island-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/usda-map-rhode-island-1-300x232.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/usda-map-rhode-island-1-150x116.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/usda-map-rhode-island-1-768x593.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/planthardiness.ars.usda.gov\/system\/files\/CT_RI300_HS_0.png\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">USDA<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>If you need help understanding how this map can help you elevate your lawn and landscaping, check out our guide: &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-hardiness-zone-map-helps-yard\/\">How to Use the Updated and Warmer USDA Hardiness Zone Map<\/a>.&#8221;<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-zone-6b\">Zone 6b<\/h2>    <p>Three of Rhode Island&#8217;s five counties are almost entirely within Zone 6b, including Providence, Kent, and Washington counties. Here, the average minimum winter temperature is -5 to 0 degrees Fahrenheit.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>This zone includes cities such as Foster, Glocester, and North Smithfield.<\/p>    <p>Some plants that grow well within this zone include:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>White turtlehead<\/li>    <li>Pink tickseed<\/li>    <li>Marsh fern<\/li>    <li>Trumpet honeysuckle<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-zone-7a\">Zone 7a<\/h2>    <p>Eastern and southern Rhode Island fall within zone 7a, where the average minimum temperature is 0 to 5 degrees Fahrenheit. This zone includes cities such as Providence, Barrington, and Bristol.<\/p>    <p>Some plants that grow well within this zone include:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Wood windflower<\/li>    <li>Yellow wild indigo<\/li>    <li>Royal fern<\/li>    <li>Common groundnut<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-zone-7b\">Zone 7b<\/h2>    <p>Only a few small areas of Rhode Island are within zone 7b, mostly along the coast or island areas, where the average minimum temperature is 5 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit.<\/p>    <p>This zone includes New Shoreham on Block Island, as well as parts of Little Compton, including areas near Chase Point and Warren Point.<\/p>    <p>Some plants that grow well within this zone include:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Meadow garlic<\/li>    <li>Wild leek<\/li>    <li>Cinnamon fern<\/li>    <li>Common buttonbush<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-faq-about-rhode-island%E2%80%99s-planting-zones\">FAQ About Rhode Island\u2019s Planting Zones<\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-what-grass-types-grow-best-in-rhode-island\">What grass types grow best in Rhode Island?<\/h3>    <p>Cool-season grasses thrive in Rhode Island\u2019s climate where summers are warm and winters are cold. Some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/cool-season-grass-growing-guide\/\">cool-season grasses<\/a> include:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-grow-creeping-bentgrass\/\">Creeping bentgrass<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/kentucky-bluegrass\/\">Kentucky bluegrass<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/fine-fescue\/\">Fine fescue<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/grass-guides\/tall-fescue-lawn-maintenance-guide\/\">Tall fescue<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/perennial-ryegrass\/\">Perennial ryegrass<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <p>For more information about the best grasses in Rhode Island, check out our article: &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/rhode-island\/best-grass-seed-rhode-island\/\">Best Grass Seed for Rhode Island<\/a>.&#8221;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-what-trees-can-i-grow-in-rhode-island\">What trees can I grow in Rhode Island?<\/h3>    <p>There are a variety of trees that can grow in all of Rhode Island&#8217;s planting zones:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Red maple<\/li>    <li>Black cherry<\/li>    <li>White ash<\/li>    <li>Atlantic white cedar<\/li> <\/ul>    <p><strong>Note:<\/strong> For the best-adapted, easiest-to-care-for trees (and other plants), check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/rhode-island\/rhode-island-native-plants\/\">Rhode Island native plant guide<\/a>.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-what-can-i-grow-in-my-rhode-island-vegetable-garden\">What can I grow in my Rhode Island vegetable garden?<\/h3>    <p>Rhode Island&#8217;s planting zones can support the growth of popular veggies such as broccoli, carrots, radishes, and lettuce. Tomatoes also thrive in Rhode Island and make excellent additions to vegetable dishes.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-hire-a-pro\">Hire a Pro<\/h2>    <p>Knowing your growing zone makes you better equipped to grow a beautiful garden or a healthy lawn. Whether you\u2019re in zone 6b, 7a, or 7b there\u2019s an abundance of great plants you can grow that will thrive in your corner of the Ocean State.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>To keep your yard looking great year-round, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/landscaping\">hire a landscaping pro<\/a>. They\u2019ll take care of all of your yard\u2019s maintenance needs so you can enjoy having a lush yard without the hassle.<\/p>    <p>Main Image Credit: A house in Newport, Rhode Island \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/maralinga\/4451970448\/in\/photolist-7MpvHb-8rT8aX-8rT1CZ-dmpcwE-8rT2gM-8rW7NL-8uz2GQ-dmpjnV-dmpkJY-9G9GS6-8rW8wj-8rT1vK-8rSZ7R-dmpefQ-dmpbpN-dmoWUM-dmpcdW-8uz1nS-8rT1PD-8rW8HJ-dmpeu5-8rT2sV-dmoZTS-dmoA4t-dmoQVD-dmp952-dmp1wJ-dmoMCE-8rSYcX-8rT2aF-dmpjY6-8rW3zy-dmoZgj-8rT8en-dmpbvW-dmpdtb-dmoJog-dmoTTo-dmoMUj-dmpkWB-8rT84F-dmoXxr-dmp8vo-8uz25W-8rT1LZ-dmph8z-g19Hgp-dmoWsW-dmpdQa-4zM42K\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tony Kent<\/a> \/ Flickr \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rhode Island has three plant hardiness zones: 6b, 7a, and 7b. 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