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Zone 2b

Average Low Winter Temperature

-45 to -40 Degrees F

Last Frost: Between May 15th and June 1st

First Frost: Between Aug 1st and Aug 15th

Zone 2b is considered a challenging area to cultivate plants due to the short growing season and extreme winter cold.  Selecting hardy species and varieties or cultivars will prove to be essential here.

Growing Considerations:

  • Short growing season of approximately 100 – 120 days

    • Consider using a covered or indoor growing facility such as a cold frame, greenhouse, or hoophouse to extend the season and plan planting dates intentionally

    • Consider a black soil cover to thaw soils more quickly in the spring in preparation for planting

  • Highly variable soils that range from beautifully loamy to very rocky.

  • Day length due to high latitude can prove challenging and force growers to plan carefully.

    • Add lighting or focus on planting in an area that receives maximum sunlight exposure

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