What are Zone 6 Plants & Flowers?

Blackberries

• Blackberries grow well in Zone 6, and many gardeners like to include them in their seasonal growing plans. It is important to note that blackberries do not typically come into their full production until the third year, so patience is required. Once they are established, however, blackberry plants can continue producing fruit year after year for up to 15 years.

English Ivy

• English ivy is known for its distinctive evergreen leaves, and for its climbing habit. This climbing vine is often used to compliment garden landscapes, and it can be trained to grow over garden walls, trellises, sheds and other structures. English ivy does quite well in Zone 6 areas, and it will grow in a variety of soil types and pH levels. The plant does do best, however, in soil that is slighly acidic, with a pH level of approximately 6.5.

American Holly

• American holly trees are native to the southeastern United States, but they can safely be used as landscaping trees throughout Zone 6. These plants are known for their unique berries, and they are of course most closely associated with the Christmas season. Gardeners who include holly shrubs and trees in their landscape might want to pick the colorful berries and use them in their holiday decorations.

  Bird watchers might want to note that a variety of colorful species, including goldfinches, thrushes and blackbirds, are attracted to the berries on the American holly. Planting a few of these shrubs and trees around the yard is one of the best ways to attract birds to the landscape.

English Yew

• English yew bushes are often planted as privacy hedges and foundation plants. These hardy plants grow well in Zone 6, and they do best in soil with a neutral pH. English yew bushes are widely available at garden centers and nurseries throughout the country, and they tend to be quite hardy when transplanted and cared for properly. The English yew tends to be quite slow growing, so homeowners should choose mature plants if they want quick results and a solid privacy hedge. The slow growth rate of this plant also means that its maintenance needs, particularly pruning, are less as well.