- Planting zone map of northern Maine<\/a><\/li>
- Planting zones by city<\/a><\/li>
- Northern Maine’s planting zones explained<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>
Planting zone map of northern Maine<\/span><\/h2>
Here is a map of northern Maine showing the USDA hardiness zones. <\/p>
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USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Are you interested in learning more about the zones of Maine or other parts of the state? Here are our detailed guides to planting zones in Maine:<\/p>
- Planting Zones of Maine<\/a><\/li>
- Planting Zones of Southern Maine<\/a><\/li>
- Planting Zones of Central Maine<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>
Planting zones by city<\/span><\/h2>
The cities listed below show the varying planting zones in different parts of northern Maine:<\/p>
Ashland<\/strong>: Hardiness zone 4a<\/p>
Bridgewater<\/strong>: Hardiness zones 4a and 4b<\/p>
Caribou<\/strong>: Hardiness zone 4a<\/p>
Eagle Lake<\/strong>: Hardiness zone 4a<\/p>
Easton<\/strong>: Hardiness zones 4a and 4b<\/p>
Fort Fairfield<\/strong>: Hardiness zone 4a<\/p>
Fort Kent<\/strong>: Hardiness zone 4a to 4b<\/p>
Frenchville<\/strong>: Hardiness zones 4a, 4b, and 5a<\/p>
Houlton<\/strong>: Hardiness zones 4a and 4b<\/p>
Limestone<\/strong>: Hardiness zone 4a<\/p>
Madawaska<\/strong>: Hardiness zones 4a and 4b<\/p>
Mapleton<\/strong>: Hardiness zone 4a<\/p>
Mars Hill<\/strong>: Hardiness zone 4a<\/p>
Millinocket<\/strong>: Hardiness zone 5a<\/p>
Presque Isle<\/strong>: Hardiness zone 4a<\/p>
Van Buren<\/strong>: Hardiness zone 4a<\/p>
Washburn<\/strong>: Hardiness zone 4a<\/p>
Northern Maine’s planting zones explained<\/span><\/h2>
Your specific planting zone can impact your lawn and garden. These zones are not just some random numbers and letters tossed around, but a climatic map that dictates what grass types and plants survive and flourish under the given conditions. USDA hardiness zones are based on minimum winter temperatures divided into 10-degree Fahrenheit zones.<\/p>
Depending on the grass type you choose to grow on your lawn, the zone can also determine the best time for seeding along with other specific lawn care tasks. You can check out these articles for more information:<\/p>
- Best Grass Seed for Maine Lawns<\/a><\/li>
- Best Time to Plant Grass Seed in Maine<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>
Zone 3b (-35\u00b0F to -30\u00b0F)<\/span><\/h3>
The extreme northern Aroostook County bordering Canada and parts of the St. John Valley are located in Zone 3b, the coldest zone in northern Maine. This zone is characterized by extremely cold winters and a short growing season.<\/p>
Best grass types<\/strong>: <\/p>
- Kentucky bluegrass<\/li>
- Fine fescues<\/li> <\/ul>
Shrubs<\/strong>: <\/p>
- Bush honeysuckle<\/li>
- Sheep laurel<\/li>
- Labrador tea<\/li>
- Sweetgale<\/li>
- Rhodora<\/li> <\/ul>
Perennials<\/strong>: <\/p>
- Yarrow<\/li>
- Columbine<\/li>
- Blanket flower<\/li>
- Sedum<\/li> <\/ul>
Zone 4a (-30\u00b0F to -25\u00b0F)<\/span><\/h3>
Cities such as Caribou and Presque Isle are situated in Zone 4a. While still cold, this zone has slightly milder winters compared to Zone 3b.<\/p>
Best grass types<\/strong>: <\/p>
- Kentucky bluegrass<\/li>
- Fine fescues<\/li>
- Tall fescue<\/li>
- Perennial ryegrass<\/li> <\/ul>
Shrubs<\/strong>: <\/p>
- Common juniper<\/li>
- Northern bayberry<\/li>
- Meadow rose<\/li>
- Bush cinquefoil<\/li> <\/ul>
Perennials<\/strong>:<\/p>
- Asters<\/li>
- Coneflowers<\/li>
- Daylilies<\/li>
- Rudbeckia<\/li> <\/ul>
Trees<\/strong>:<\/p>
- Striped maple<\/li>
- Yellow birch<\/li>
- American hornbeam<\/li> <\/ul>
Zone 4b (-25\u00b0F to -20\u00b0F)<\/span><\/h3>
Houlton and surrounding areas are located in Zone 4b, which experiences milder winters than Zones 3b and 4a.<\/p>
Best grass types<\/strong>: <\/p>
- Kentucky bluegrass<\/li>
- Fine fescues<\/li>
- Tall fescue<\/li>
- Perennial ryegrass<\/li> <\/ul>
Shrubs<\/strong>:<\/p>
- Winterberry<\/li>
- Nannyberry<\/li>
- Red chokeberry<\/li>
- Ninebark<\/li> <\/ul>
Perennials<\/strong>:<\/p>
- Bee balm<\/li>
- Catmint<\/li>
- Hostas<\/li>
- Salvias<\/li> <\/ul>
Trees<\/strong>: <\/p>
- Pagoda dogwood<\/li>
- Shadblow serviceberry<\/li>
- Showy mountain ash<\/li> <\/ul>
Zone 5a (-20\u00b0F to -15\u00b0F)<\/span><\/h3>
The southernmost parts of northern Maine, such as Millinocket, are in Zone 5a. This zone has the mildest winters in the region and a slightly longer growing season.<\/p>
Best grass types<\/strong>: <\/p>
- Kentucky bluegrass<\/li>
- Fine fescues<\/li>
- Tall fescue<\/li>
- Perennial ryegrass<\/li> <\/ul>
Shrubs<\/strong>:<\/p>
- Highbush blueberry<\/li>
- Lilac<\/li>
- Hydrangea<\/li>
- Azalea<\/li>
- Roses<\/li> <\/ul>
Perennials<\/strong>:<\/p>
- Astilbe<\/li>
- Black-eyed Susans<\/li>
- Delphinium<\/li>
- Hollyhock<\/li> <\/ul>
Trees<\/strong>: <\/p>
- American elder<\/li>
- Black cherry<\/li>
- Common chokecherry<\/li> <\/ul>
Call a lawn care pro for help<\/span><\/h2>
A little understanding of planting zones can go a long way to creating a beautiful lawn or garden in northern Maine. Some patience, a bit of trial and error, and knowledge are your best tools when dealing with these different hardiness zones.<\/p>
We can help you connect with a local lawn care pro<\/a> in northern Maine who understands these zones and can guide you through the process of choosing what\u2019s best for your landscape.<\/p>
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