Gardening Zone 5 in Canada is characterized by cool temperatures and a moderate growing season, with an average minimum temperature of -29°C (-20°F). This zone covers parts of British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island. With a growing season of 175-200 days, gardeners in Zone 5 can enjoy a wide variety of plants, including many annuals and perennials. However, frost can occur at any time of the year, so gardeners should be prepared to protect their plants from sudden cold snaps.
