13 planting zones in Nevada with Map

Nevada have 13 planting zones, ranging from 4a to 10a, according to the USDA’s latest plant hardiness zone map released in 2023.

The coldest zones, 4a and 4b, occupy small areas in the northeastern highlands. Zones 5a through 7b cover most of northern and central Nevada, including major cities like Reno and Carson City. The southern regions, particularly around Las Vegas, fall into the warmer zones 8a through 10a, with 10a being limited to the Laughlin area.

You can find your Nevada planting zone by using our ZIP code tool or the Nevada city planting zone map. Both tools, provided below in the post, will help you determine your exact USDA growing zone.

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Planting Zones Nevada Map

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What are the 13 planting zones in Nevada?

1. Zone 4a

This zone, shown by the darkest purple color on our map above, is the coldest in Nevada with average annual minimum temperatures ranging from -30°F to -25°F (-34.4°C to -31.7°C). It cover a very small area in the northeastern part of the state, at higher elevations representing the most extreme cold-hardy planting conditions in Nevada.

2. Zone 4b

Shown in a slightly lighter shade of purple color on the map above, Zone 4b experiences temperatures from -25°F to -20°F (-31.7°C to -28.9°C). Like Zone 4a, this zone covers minimal area in Nevada, in high-elevation regions of the northeast.

3. Zone 5a

This zone, depicted in deep blue color on our map, has average annual minimum temperatures from -20°F to -15°F (-28.9°C to -26.1°C). It covers parts of northeastern Nevada, including areas around Deeth, Elko, and Ely. These cities represent some of the coldest inhabited regions in the state.

4. Zone 5b

Represented by a lighter blue color on our map above, Zone 5b covers a larger area in northeastern Nevada with temperatures ranging from -15°F to -10°F (-26.1°C to -23.3°C). Some cities in this zone are Carlin, Elko, Eureka, Jackpot, and Wells, forming a significant cold-climate region in the state.

5. Zone 6a

This zone, shown in a dark teal color on the map above, experiences temperatures from -10°F to -5°F (-23.3°C to -20.6°C). It extends across north-central Nevada, including areas around Crescent Valley, Lamoille, and Orovada. This zone represents a transition between the colder northeast and the milder central regions.

6. Zone 6b

Shown in a light teal color on our map above, Zone 6b covers a substantial area of central and eastern Nevada, with temperatures ranging from -5°F to 0°F (-20.6°C to -17.8°C). Some cities in this zone are Austin, Battle Mountain, Lovelock, Winnemucca, and parts of Reno, representing a mix of rural and urban areas.

7. Zone 7a

This zone, shown in a dark green color on our map above, have temperatures from 0°F to 5°F (-17.8°C to -15°C). It covers a large area of western Nevada, including most of the Reno-Sparks metropolitan area, Carson City, and extends to areas like Fallon and Hawthorne. This zone represents a significant portion of Nevada’s more densely populated regions.

8. Zone 7b

Represented by a green color shade on our map, Zone 7b has temperatures ranging from 5°F to 10°F (-15°C to -12.2°C). It includes areas around Reno, Sparks, and extends southward to regions like Goldfield and Hiko, marking a transition to warmer southern areas.

9. Zone 8a

This zone, shown in a light-green color on our map above, covers parts of southern Nevada with temperatures from 10°F to 15°F (-12.2°C to -9.4°C). Some key cities in this zone are Alamo, Beatty, and Indian Springs, representing the beginning of Nevada’s warmer desert regions.

10. Zone 8b

Shown in a yellow-green shade on our map, Zone 8b have temperatures from 15°F to 20°F (-9.4°C to -6.7°C). It includes areas around Pahrump and parts of Las Vegas, marking the transition to the state’s hottest zones.

11. Zone 9a

This zone, shown in the lightest yellow-green color on our map above, covers most of the Las Vegas Valley with temperatures ranging from 20°F to 25°F (-6.7°C to -3.9°C). Some cities of this zone are Las Vegas, Henderson, and North Las Vegas, representing Nevada’s most populous urban area.

12. Zone 9b

Represented by a bright yellow color on our map, Zone 9b have temperatures from 25°F to 30°F (-3.9°C to -1.1°C). It includes southern parts of Las Vegas, Boulder City, and extends to Searchlight, covering some of Nevada’s warmest inhabited areas.

13. Zone 10a

The warmest zone in Nevada, 10a is shown in very dark purple color on our map above and experiences temperatures from 30°F to 35°F (-1.1°C to 1.7°C). This zone is limited to the southernmost tip of Nevada, mostly around Laughlin, representing the state’s hottest desert climate suitable for the most heat-loving plants.

Planting Zones in Nevada with Cities

USDA hardiness zones for Nevada Cities, Towns and Counties. Data USDA -2023 latest release:

Planting Zones in Nevada	Temp Range (°F)	Cities
9a	20 to 25	Bunkerville, Cal Nev Ari, Henderson, Jean, Las Vegas, Logandale, Mesquite, Moapa, Nellis Afb, North Las Vegas, Sloan, The Lakes
8a	10 to 15	Alamo, Beatty, Indian Springs
9b	25 to 30	Boulder City, Henderson, Las Vegas, Laughlin, North Las Vegas, Overton, Searchlight
8b	15 to 20	Amargosa Valley, Blue Diamond, Caliente, Indian Springs, Jean, Las Vegas, Mercury, Pahrump
7a	0 to 5	Carson City, Crystal Bay, Dayton, Dyer, Empire, Fallon, Fernley, Gardnerville, Gerlach, Glenbrook, Hawthorne, Incline Village, Luning, Mc Dermitt, Mina, Panaca, Reno, Schurz, Silver Springs, Silverpeak, Sparks, Stateline, Verdi, Virginia City, Wadsworth, Washoe Valley, Yerington
7b	5 to 10	Carson City, Goldfield, Hiko, Nixon, Reno, Silver City, Sparks, Sun Valley
6b	-5 to 0	Austin, Baker, Battle Mountain, Denio, Gabbs, Gardnerville, Genoa, Golconda, Imlay, Incline Village, Lovelock, Manhattan, Minden, Pioche, Reno, Smith, Tonopah, Tuscarora, Valmy, Wellington, West Wendover, Winnemucca, Zephyr Cove
10a	30 to 35	Laughlin
6a	-10 to -5	Crescent Valley, Duckwater, Jarbidge, Lamoille, Lund, Mc Gill, Mountain City, Orovada, Owyhee, Paradise Valley, Round Mountain
5b	-15 to -10	Carlin, Elko, Ely, Eureka, Jackpot, Montello, Ruby Valley, Spring Creek, Wells
5a	-20 to -15	Deeth, Elko, Ely

Best plants for Nevada?

Some of the prominent plants for growing, one for each of Nevada’s planting zones are:

1. Zone 4a: Paperbark Maple (Acer griseum) – A cold-hardy tree with exfoliating bark and vibrant fall color.
2. Zone 4b: Peony (Paeonia spp.) – Resilient perennial with large, showy flowers.
3. Zone 5a: Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta) – Drought-tolerant native wildflower with long-lasting blooms.
4. Zone 5b: Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) – Aromatic, drought-resistant shrub with silvery foliage and purple flowers.
5. Zone 6a: Butterfly Bush (Buddleia spp.) – Fast-growing shrub that attracts pollinators.
6. Zone 6b: Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius) – Native shrub with exfoliating bark and adaptable nature.
7. Zone 7a: Coneflower (Echinacea spp.) – Drought-tolerant perennial with daisy-like flowers.
8. Zone 7b: Lavender (Lavandula spp.) – Fragrant, drought-resistant herb suited for Nevada’s arid climate.
9. Zone 8a: Agave (Agave spp.) – Succulent with architectural form, ideal for water-wise landscaping.
10. Zone 8b: Desert Marigold (Baileya multiradiata) – Native perennial with bright yellow flowers, adapted to hot, dry conditions. This zone also supports introduced grasses like Bromus rubens, which has become well-established in blackbrush communities between 4,000-5,000 ft elevation according to ecological studies in southern Nevada (Beatley, 1966).
11. Zone 9a: Red Yucca (Hesperaloe parviflora) – Drought-tolerant succulent with striking red flower spikes.
12. Zone 9b: Lantana (Lantana camara) – Heat-loving perennial with colorful, long-lasting blooms.
13. Zone 10a: Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea spp.) – Vibrant, heat-tolerant vine suitable for the warmest parts of Nevada.