Growing Kits for North Carolina Gardeners
Growing Kits for North Carolina Gardeners
Growing trees, herbs, and vegetables in North Carolina offers diverse opportunities from mountains to coast. Our seed starter kits are perfect for North Carolina's climate spanning USDA Hardiness Zones 6-8. Whether you're in Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, Durham, Winston-Salem, Fayetteville, Cary, Wilmington, High Point, or Asheville, these kits will help you succeed.
Best Plants to Grow in North Carolina
- Apple Trees - Mountain region favorite, Zones 6-7
- Pecan Trees - Coastal plains specialty
- Dogwood Trees - North Carolina state flower
- Southern Magnolia - Classic NC beauty
- Tomatoes - Spring and fall crops
- Sweet Potatoes - NC specialty crop
Recommended Growing Kits for North Carolina (Zones 6-8)
Fruit & Nut Trees Perfect for North Carolina
- Apple Tree Growing Kit - Zones 6-8, mountain favorite
- Pecan Tree Growing Kit - Zones 6-8, coastal plains
- Pear Tree Growing Kit - Zones 6-8, excellent for NC
- Apricot Tree Growing Kit - Zones 6-8, thrives in NC
- Black Cherry Tree Kit - Zones 6-8, native species
- Hazelnut Tree Growing Kit - Zones 6-8, mountain region
- Orange Tree Growing Kit - Zone 8, coastal areas
- Olive Tree Seeds - Zone 8, Piedmont region
Shade & Ornamental Trees for North Carolina
- Dogwood Tree Growing Kit - Zones 6-8, NC state flower!
- Southern Magnolia Tree Kit - Zones 7-8, coastal classic
- Oak Tree Seed Starter Kit - Zones 6-8, NC native
- Sugar Maple Tree Kit - Zones 6-7, mountain fall color
- American Elm Tree Kit - Zones 6-8, shade tree
- American Holly Tree Growing Kit - Zones 6-8, evergreen
- Cedar Tree Growing Kit - Zones 6-8, native cedar
- White Birch Tree Kit - Zones 6-7, mountain region
Vegetables - North Carolina Garden Favorites
- Tomato Growing Kit - Spring/fall in NC
- Green Bell Pepper Growing Kit - Warm-season crop
- Jalapeño Growing Kit - Loves NC heat
- Cucumber Growing Kit - Summer favorite
- Watermelon Growing Kit - Coastal plains specialty
- Cantaloupe Growing Kit - Thrives in NC
- Squash Growing Kit - Summer favorite
- Okra Growing Kit - Southern staple
- Collard Greens Growing Kit - NC tradition
- Kale Growing Kit - Fall/winter crop
- Lettuce Growing Kit - Cool-season crop
- Cabbage Growing Kit - Fall harvest
- Broccoli Seed Starter Kit - Cool-season favorite
Herbs for North Carolina Gardens
- Rosemary Growing Kit - Year-round in coastal NC
- Basil Growing Kit - Summer herb favorite
- Cilantro Growing Kit - Fall/winter/spring herb
- Thyme Growing Kit - Hardy perennial herb
- Oregano Growing Kit - Perennial herb
- Sage Growing Kit - Year-round growing
- Parsley Growing Kit - Biennial herb
- Dill Growing Kit - Fall through spring
North Carolina Growing Calendar
January-March: Indoor seed starting; plant cool-season crops in coastal areas
April-May: Last frost mid-April; transplant warm-season crops statewide
June-August: Peak growing season; harvest summer vegetables; maintain watering
September-October: Fall planting season; second growing season begins
November-December: Cool-season crops in Piedmont and coastal regions
USDA Hardiness Zones in North Carolina
North Carolina spans USDA Hardiness Zones 6a to 8b:
- Zone 6: Mountain region (Asheville, Boone area)
- Zone 7: Piedmont region (Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro)
- Zone 8: Coastal plain (Wilmington, Outer Banks - warmest)
Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
Tips for North Carolina Gardeners
Soil: Varies from mountain clay to coastal sand. Amend with compost for best results.
Microclimates: Mountains, Piedmont, and coast have different growing conditions.
Heat & Humidity: Coastal areas humid; mountains cooler with better drainage.
Pests: Watch for aphids, Japanese beetles, and fungal diseases in humid areas.
Free Shipping to North Carolina
Free shipping on orders over $35 to Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, Durham, Winston-Salem, Fayetteville, Cary, Wilmington, High Point, Asheville, and all NC cities.