Gardening By Zone
Knowing your growing zone is one of the keys to good gardening. Find your zone below to see which plants grow best where you live. Plus, get expert tips, tricks, and advice tailored to your specific growing zone no matter where you live. Now that's good gardening!
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Zone 8 Evergreen Trees – Growing Evergreen Trees In Zone 8 LandscapesThere is an evergreen tree for every growing zone, and 8 is no exception. Zone 8 evergreen varieties are plentiful and provide screening, shade, and a pretty backdrop for any temperate garden. Learn about growing evergreen trees in zone 8 here.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Identifying Zone 9 Weeds – How To Manage Weeds In Zone 9 LandscapesLet's face it, we all deal with weeds at some point. Eradicating weeds can be a difficult task, and it helps to know what you are dealing with. This article will help you learn to categorize and control common zone 9 weeds.
By Ilana Goldowitz Jimenez
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Zone 7 Herb Plants: Choosing Herbs For Zone 7 GardensResidents of USDA zone 7 have a wealth of plants suited to this growing area and among these are many hardy herbs. The following article provides a list of suitable zone 7 herb plants, information about choosing herbs for zone 7, and helpful tips when growing herbs in zone 7.
By Amy Grant
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Zone 7 Flower Bulbs: Planting Bulbs In Zone 7 GardensZone 7 is a relatively mild region but temperatures can get to 0 degrees F. (-18 C.) on occasion, a level that may damage some bulbs. Some suggestions on the types of flowers suitable as well as tips on caring for zone 7 bulbs can help. Click here for more info.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Hardy Cover Crops – Growing Cover Crops In Zone 7 GardensCover crops add nutrients to depleted soils, prevent weeds, and control erosion. Which type of cover crop you use depends on which season it is and what your specific needs are in the area and hardiness zone. In this article, we'll discuss growing cover crops in zone 7.
By Darcy Larum
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Zone 7 Jasmine Plants: Choosing Hardy Jasmine For Zone 7 ClimatesJasmine looks like a tropical plant; its white blossoms bear a wildly romantic fragrance. But in fact, true jasmine won't bloom at all without a period of winter chill. That means that it isn't difficult to find hardy jasmine for zone 7. Learn more here.
By Teo Spengler
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Holly Shrubs For Zone 5: Growing Holly Plants In Zone 5Unfortunately, for those who live in chilly zone 5, there are few hardy holly varieties. However, growing holly plants in zone 5 is possible if you select carefully. Click this article for information about choosing holly shrubs for zone 5.
By Teo Spengler
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Zone 5 Privacy Hedges – Choosing Hedges For Zone 5 GardensThe trick to planting an easy-care privacy hedge is to select shrubs that thrive in your particular climate. When you live in zone 5, you'll need to select cold-hardy shrubs. If you are considering privacy hedges for zone 5, click here for information, suggestions, and tips.
By Teo Spengler
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Evergreen Trees For Zone 5: Growing Evergreens In Zone 5 GardensZone 5 may not be the coldest region, but it's cold enough to deserve some good evergreens. Click this article to learn more about growing evergreens in zone 5, including some of the best zone 5 evergreen trees to choose from.
By Liz Baessler
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Zone 6 Planting: Tips On Starting Seeds For Zone 6 GardensThe dead of winter is a great time to plan the garden. First, you need to know which USDA zone you live in and the last possible frost date for your area. In the following article, we discuss zone 6 seed starting outdoors as well as starting seeds indoors in zone 6.
By Amy Grant
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Zone 5 Yew Varieties – Growing Yews In Cold ClimatesCold hardy yews are outstanding performers both in ease of care and also versatility. Many can be sheared into a hedge and there are low-growing specimens and tall, stately plants. There are many perfect yew plants for zone 5, and this article will help with recommendations.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Zone 5 Seed Starting: When To Start Seeds In Zone 5 GardensYou need to know the best time for planting seeds in zone 5 to avoid killing freezes and get the best yields. The key is knowing the date of your last frost and using tricks like raised beds and cold frames to get a jump start on that garden. Learn more here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Hot Weather Groundcovers: Growing Groundcover In Zone 9 GardensIt may seem that selecting ground cover plants for zone 9 would be easy, but finding suitable hot weather ground covers can be tricky because many don?t tolerate intense heat. If you?re in the market for zone 9 ground covers, click here for a few suggestions.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Cold Hardy Wildflowers: Choosing Wildflowers For Zone 4 LandscapesWildflowers are a key part of many gardens, and with good reason. Click this article to learn more about growing wildflowers in zone 4 and selecting cold hardy wildflowers that will stand up to zone 4 winters.
By Liz Baessler
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Zone 7 Wildflowers – Tips On Choosing Wildflowers For Zone 7The term ?wildflower? typically describes plants growing freely in the wild. As with any plant, different wildflowers will grow best in different areas. In this article, we will list different wildflowers for zone 7, as well as offer tips for growing wildflowers in zone 7.
By Darcy Larum
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Growing Wildflowers In Zone 10 – What Are The Best Hot Weather WildflowersWhen choosing zone 10 wildflowers, opt for those that are native to the region if possible. These indigenous plants will be well adapted to the local conditions and most likely to perform beautifully without much intervention. This article will help with suggestions.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Native Zone 9 Flowers: Choosing Wildflowers For Zone 9 GardensFlower lovers who live throughout the nation?s southern region might opt to plant heat tolerant USDA zone 9 wildflowers. Why choose to plant zone 9 wildflowers? Simple. They're adapted to these conditions. Learn more about them in this article.
By Amy Grant


