Precipitation was greatest over northern Alabama, northern and southern Georgia, north Florida and northern South Carolina. Farther south, temperatures were above normal, although Florida saw departures of 2-3 degrees below normal. Temperatures in the northern portion of the region were cooler than normal with departures of 1-2 degrees below normal. Moderate drought conditions were improved over western New York and western Pennsylvania as well as northern New Jersey. Abnormally dry conditions were improved over both western and eastern New York, southern New Jersey, central and western Pennsylvania, northern Maryland and southern Connecticut. The cooler and wetter pattern allowed for some improvements in the region this week. The most abundant rains were observed over Pennsylvania into the DelMarVa Peninsula as well as eastern New York and portions of Vermont and Connecticut. Precipitation was spotty and there were equal numbers of dry and wet areas. Temperatures in the region were mainly cooler than normal outside of New England, which had temperatures that were near normal to 2-4 degrees above normal in Maine. Temperatures in the West, Southwest, South and Southeast were warner than normal, with some departures in Arizona 8-10 degrees above normal for the week and most other areas at least 2-4 degrees above normal. Temperatures were cooler than normal over most of the central Plains, Midwest and Mid-Atlantic with departures of 2-4 degrees below normal widespread. The monsoon season in the Southwest has remained quiet with record-setting heat dominating the region into the southern Plains. Record-setting rains were recorded over western Kentucky and the area had significant flooding. These, too, should be clearly marked.Areas of the High Plains, Central Plains, Midwest and South had the most active precipitation patterns over the last week. In addition to these plants, non-hardy species may also be available. Keep in mind that only reputable nurseries specialize in selling landscaping plants appropriate for your area’s hardiness zone and will have these clearly marked as such. Most local nurseries provide plants that are suitable for Illinois growing zones. For areas bordering separate zones, choosing plants that tolerate cooler conditions (such as a zone lower) will oftentimes help ensure their winter survival, as those that are less hardy will require additional protection. It is important to understand your Illinois hardiness planting zones in order to choose the most suitable plants for your area. Simply compare the color-coded zones for your area with those of the legend on the right of the map.ĭue to climate changes and increasingly warmer temperatures, this map of Illinois growing zones is based on the revised USDA planting zones made in 2012. Illinois growing zones range from zones 5 to 7.īy looking at the map above and locating the approximate area in which you live, you will be able to find your Illinois hardiness planting zone. The map provided here is for the Illinois hardiness planting zone, which should help determine the most ideal plants for your area. This not only provides hardiness zones for all states but will also tell you what garden zone Illinois is. In order to learn more about Illinois growing zones, it’s important to view the USDA plant hardiness zones map. Knowing your Illinois planting zone will make gardening much easier for you. About the Illinois Hardiness Planting Zone Click on the image above to see a larger version.
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