What Can Grow in Kansas (KS)

Kansas's wide open plains and continental climate make it ideal for heat-loving vegetables. Water management is key.

Kansas spans USDA zones 5a to 7a. The primary zone is 6a, with a growing season of 170 days. Top crops include tomatoes, peppers, sweet corn, beans.

6aPrimary Zone
170 daysAvg Growing Season
5Zones Present
6Cities Covered
🗺️ Hardiness Zones in Kansas
5a5b6a6b7a
🥕 Top Vegetables
tomatoespepperssweet cornbeanscantaloupe
🍎 Top Fruits
applespeachesstrawberriesgrapespears
🌸 Top Flowers
sunflowersconeflowersblack-eyed SusansKansas gayfeather
🌳 Top Trees
bur oakcottonwoodosage orangeblack walnut
🌤️ Climate Summary

Semi-arid continental. Hot summers with periodic drought and strong winds. Spring storm season.

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🏙️ Cities in Kansas
Wichita
Zone 6b
Overland Park
Zone 6a
Topeka
Zone 6a
Lawrence
Zone 6a
Kansas City
Zone 6a
Salina
Zone 6a

Frequently Asked Questions

Kansas spans USDA hardiness zones 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a. The most common zone across the state is 6a. Semi-arid continental. Hot summers with periodic drought and strong winds. Spring storm season.

In Kansas, excellent vegetables to grow include tomatoes, peppers, sweet corn, beans, cantaloupe. The growing season of 170 days allows for a productive single season.

Kansas is well suited for growing apples, peaches, strawberries, grapes, pears. Always choose varieties rated for your specific local zone.

Kansas's growing season averages 170 days. Semi-arid continental. Hot summers with periodic drought and strong winds. Spring storm season. Check your specific city or zone page for precise last-frost and first-frost dates.