What Can Grow in Utah (UT)

Utah's high desert climate demands irrigation but warm valleys produce excellent stone fruits and a full range of vegetables.

Utah spans USDA zones 4a to 8a. The primary zone is 6a, with a growing season of 155 days. Top crops include tomatoes, peppers, beans, beets.

6aPrimary Zone
155 daysAvg Growing Season
7Zones Present
3Cities Covered
🗺️ Hardiness Zones in Utah
4a5a5b6a6b7a8a
🥕 Top Vegetables
tomatoespeppersbeansbeetscorn
🍎 Top Fruits
applespeachescherriesapricotsgrapes
🌸 Top Flowers
Indian paintbrushsego lilypenstemonsunflowers
🌳 Top Trees
quaking aspenponderosa pineGambel oakblue spruce
🌤️ Climate Summary

High desert semi-arid. Hot dry summers and cold winters. Low humidity and rainfall. Irrigation essential.

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🏙️ Cities in Utah
Salt Lake City
Zone 6b
Provo
Zone 6b
West Valley City
Zone 6b

Frequently Asked Questions

Utah spans USDA hardiness zones 4a, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 8a. The most common zone across the state is 6a. High desert semi-arid. Hot dry summers and cold winters. Low humidity and rainfall. Irrigation essential.

In Utah, excellent vegetables to grow include tomatoes, peppers, beans, beets, corn. The growing season of 155 days allows for a productive single season.

Utah is well suited for growing apples, peaches, cherries, apricots, grapes. Always choose varieties rated for your specific local zone.

Utah's growing season averages 155 days. High desert semi-arid. Hot dry summers and cold winters. Low humidity and rainfall. Irrigation essential. Check your specific city or zone page for precise last-frost and first-frost dates.