Growing Kits for Pennsylvania Gardeners
Growing Kits for Pennsylvania Gardeners
Growing trees, herbs, and vegetables in Pennsylvania offers the beauty of four distinct seasons and rich agricultural heritage. Our seed starter kits are perfect for Pennsylvania's climate spanning USDA Hardiness Zones 5-7. Whether you're in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, Erie, Reading, Scranton, Bethlehem, Lancaster, Harrisburg, or Altoona, these kits will help you succeed.
Best Plants to Grow in Pennsylvania
- Apple Trees - Pennsylvania's orchard favorite, Zones 5-7
- Maple Trees - Stunning fall color, native species
- Oak Trees - Hardy shade trees statewide
- Cherry Trees - Beautiful blooms and fruit
- Cool-Season Vegetables - Lettuce, kale, broccoli thrive
- Herbs - Rosemary, thyme, basil excel
Recommended Growing Kits for Pennsylvania (Zones 5-7)
Fruit & Nut Trees Perfect for Pennsylvania
- Apple Tree Growing Kit - Zones 5-7, PA orchard classic
- Pear Tree Growing Kit - Zones 5-7, excellent for PA
- Apricot Tree Growing Kit - Zones 5-7, thrives in PA
- Black Cherry Tree Kit - Zones 5-7, PA native
- Hazelnut Tree Growing Kit - Zones 5-7, cold-hardy nut
- Pecan Tree Growing Kit - Zones 6-7, Southern PA
Shade & Ornamental Trees for Pennsylvania
- Sugar Maple Tree Kit - Zones 5-7, spectacular fall color
- Oak Tree Seed Starter Kit - Zones 5-7, PA native
- White Birch Tree Kit - Zones 5-6, beautiful bark
- American Elm Tree Kit - Zones 5-7, classic shade tree
- American Ash Tree Kit - Zones 5-7, native species
- Dogwood Tree Growing Kit - Zones 5-7, spring blooms
- Southern Magnolia Tree Kit - Zone 7, Southeast PA
- Cedar Tree Growing Kit - Zones 6-7, evergreen
Vegetables - Pennsylvania Four-Season Growing
- Tomato Growing Kit - Summer favorite in PA
- Green Bell Pepper Growing Kit - Warm-season crop
- Jalapeño Growing Kit - Heat-loving pepper
- Cucumber Growing Kit - Summer staple
- Lettuce Growing Kit - Spring/fall crop
- Kale Growing Kit - Cold-hardy superfood
- Broccoli Seed Starter Kit - Cool-season favorite
- Cabbage Growing Kit - Fall harvest
- Cauliflower Growing Kit - Cool-season crop
- Carrot Growing Kit - Spring/fall planting
- Radish Growing Kit - Quick-growing crop
- Spinach Growing Kit - Cold-tolerant green
- Pea Growing Kit - Early spring crop
- Pumpkin Growing Kit - Fall harvest classic
Herbs for Pennsylvania Gardens
- Rosemary Growing Kit - Bring indoors in winter
- Basil Growing Kit - Summer herb favorite
- Cilantro Growing Kit - Cool-season herb
- Thyme Growing Kit - Hardy perennial herb
- Oregano Growing Kit - Perennial herb
- Parsley Growing Kit - Biennial herb
- Dill Growing Kit - Annual herb
- Chives Growing Kit - Cold-hardy perennial
Pennsylvania Growing Calendar
January-March: Indoor seed starting for spring transplants; plan garden layout
April-May: Last frost mid-May; transplant seedlings outdoors; plant cool-season crops
June-August: Peak growing season; harvest summer vegetables; maintain watering
September-October: Fall planting for cool-season crops; harvest before first frost
November-December: Garden cleanup; protect perennials; plan next year's garden
USDA Hardiness Zones in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania spans USDA Hardiness Zones 5a to 7b:
- Zone 5: Northern PA, Pocono Mountains
- Zone 6: Central PA, Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, most of state
- Zone 7: Southeast PA, Philadelphia area (warmest)
Check the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
Tips for Pennsylvania Gardeners
Soil: PA soil varies from clay to loam. Test pH and amend with compost annually.
Frost Dates: Last frost: mid-May. First frost: mid-October (varies by zone).
Winter Protection: Mulch perennials heavily; protect tender plants from cold winters.
Pests: Watch for deer, groundhogs, Japanese beetles, and tomato hornworms.
Free Shipping to Pennsylvania
Free shipping on orders over $35 to Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, Erie, Reading, Scranton, Bethlehem, Lancaster, Harrisburg, Altoona, and all PA cities.