What Can Grow in Alaska (AK)
Alaska's growing season is short but intense with long summer days. Cold-hardy vegetables and berries thrive.
Alaska spans USDA zones 1a to 7a. The primary zone is 3b, with a growing season of 80 days. Top crops include kale, cabbage, potatoes, radishes.
Subarctic to cool temperate. Long daylight hours in summer accelerate plant growth dramatically.
Frequently Asked Questions
Alaska spans USDA hardiness zones 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 7a. The most common zone across the state is 3b. Subarctic to cool temperate. Long daylight hours in summer accelerate plant growth dramatically.
In Alaska, excellent vegetables to grow include kale, cabbage, potatoes, radishes, lettuce. The growing season of 80 days allows for a productive single season.
Alaska is well suited for growing blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, cloudberries, currants. Always choose varieties rated for your specific local zone.
Alaska's growing season averages 80 days. Subarctic to cool temperate. Long daylight hours in summer accelerate plant growth dramatically. Check your specific city or zone page for precise last-frost and first-frost dates.