Salem, Oregon falls entirely within USDA Hardiness Zone 8b, featuring average annual minimum temperatures of 15°F to 20°F (-9.4°C to -6.7°C), according to the most recent USDA update (2023).
This zone covers all local neighborhoods and communities, including downtown areas like Central Area and Court Chemeketa Historic District, as well as suburban regions such as Croisan Mountain, Highland, and West Salem.
Popular residential developments like Sunnyslope, Morningside, and Fairmount Hills all share the same Zone 8b designation, making plant selection consistent throughout the city.
To verify your Salem (OR) USDA zone use our three tools given below, zipcode to planting zone search tool, interactive map, or planting zone table.
Salem Planting Zones by ZipCode
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Salem Planting Zones Map
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Salem Planting Zones Table
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Salem USDA Growing Zone
Salem, Oregon USDA Hardiness Zone 8b covers all local neighborhoods and communities. This zone supports heat-loving vegetables like Tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum), Corn (Zea mays), and Squash (Cucurbita spp.) and drought-resistant ornamental plants like Agave (Agave spp.), Sedum (Sedum spp.), and Oleander (Nerium oleander).
In low sunlight areas, Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata) and Hostas (Hosta spp.) do well. Fruit trees such as Fig (Ficus carica) and Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) adapt well to Zone 8b’s mild winters. Pollinator-friendly perennials like Salvia (Salvia spp.) and Hibiscus (Hibiscus syriacus) also grows here.
Low-maintenance shrubs Abelia (Abelia spp.), Azalea (Rhododendron spp.), Southern Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora) and ground covering, Ajuga (Ajuga reptans) and Creeping Juniper (Juniperus horizontalis) are other hardy options.
