Illinois · Midwest
Elgin, IL
Zone-aware planting reference for Elgin. Population 112,111; USDA hardiness zone 5b; nearest curated zip code 60121.
- USDA zone
- 5b
- Population
- 112,111
- Last spring frost
- 04/25
- First fall frost
- 10/19
- Growing season
- 174 days
- Nearest zip
- 60121
Local timing baseline
Detailed guidance for this section is being prepared. Check back soon.
Crops suited to Elgin
Crops whose USDA zone range includes zone 5b. 81 crops match.
Tree fruit
11 crops
Berries
20 crops
zone 5b Aronia (Black Chokeberry)
Aronia melanocarpa
zones 3a–8a
zone 5b Black Currant
Ribes nigrum
zones 3a–7a
zone 5b Black Raspberry
Rubus occidentalis
zones 4a–8a
zone 5b Blackberry
Rubus subgenus Rubus
zones 5a–9a
zone 5b Cranberry
Vaccinium macrocarpon
zones 3a–7a
zone 5b Elderberry
Sambucus canadensis
zones 3b–9a
Nuts
4 crops
Vegetables
37 crops
zone 5b Arugula
Eruca vesicaria
zones 3b–9a
zone 5b Asparagus
Asparagus officinalis
zones 3b–8b
zone 5b Beet
Beta vulgaris
zones 3a–9a
zone 5b Broccoli
Brassica oleracea var. italica
zones 3a–9a
zone 5b Brussels Sprouts
Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera
zones 3b–8a
zone 5b Bush Bean
Phaseolus vulgaris
zones 3b–9a
Herbs
9 crops
Other cities in Illinois
Frequently asked questions
- What USDA zone is Elgin, IL?
Elgin sits in USDA hardiness zone 5b, based on the nearest zip code (60121).
- When are the average last and first frost dates in Elgin?
Based on the nearest weather station, Elgin averages a last spring frost around 04/25 and a first fall frost around 10/19, for a growing season of about 174 days.
- What crops grow well in Elgin?
81 crops in the ZonePlant database have a recommended USDA zone range that includes zone 5b. Tree fruit, berries, and most common vegetables are well-suited; check each crop page for variety-level guidance.
+−
+−
+−
Related