Plant Hardiness Zones
The USDA Plant Hardiness Zones are the standard by which gardeners and growers can determine which plants are most likely to thrive at a location. This map is based on the average annual minimum winter temperature, divided into different zones.
Here are some examples of the variety of crops grown within the Iowa Plant Hardiness Zones:
- Corn
- Oats
- Soybeans
Overall, Iowa’s climate, combined with its rich soils, is nearly ideal for the production of grain crops such as corn and soybeans.
