Gardening By Region
Differences in climate can have a profound effect on garden plants. For this reason, it’s important not only to know your plant hardiness zone but also your particular gardening region. The United States has a number of regions, each having different zones and climates. Below you will find some of the most common regions, along with tips and information for gardeners living there.
Explore Gardening By Region
Gardening By Region
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Gardening For Bees In Nebraska And West North Central Region
Click here for info about bees, butterflies, and other pollinators of the west NorthCentral region of the U.S.
By Amy Grant
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Ornamental Grasses Ohio Valley Gardeners Should Grow
Some ornamental grasses grow best in the Ohio Valley, the Midwest and Central US, Learn which ones are ideal.
By Laura Miller
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Growing Hostas In Colorado And The Southwest US
Growing hosta in the southwestern states’ varying climates requires a bit of knowledge. Read on.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Northeast Lawn Care Schedule And Seasonal Guide
Read helpful tips for growing a great lawn in the Northeast.
By Amy Grant
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Lawn Alternatives Northeast Gardeners Should Try
The popularity of turf lawns is waning. Now it's all about native grasses and flowers. Click for some lawn alternatives in the northeast.
By Amy Grant
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Southern Flowering Shrubs and Evergreen Bushes
There are lots of flowering shrubs and evergreens that will thrive in the warm regions of the south. Read on.
By Susan Albert
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Central Region Shrubs – Growing Shrubs In The Ohio Valley Region
If you're looking to plant shrubs in the Ohio Valley or central U.S., you're in luck. There are many varieties available. Learn more here.
By Laura Miller
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Pollinator Plants For Nevada And California Bees
Plants that feed pollinators vary from region to region. Learn about the best pollinator plants for California.
By Teo Spengler
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Southern Lawn Care Guide And Calendar
Click here for a complete south central lawn care and maintenance guide and schedule.
By Susan Albert
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Upper Midwest Lawn Care Guide
If you live in the Midwest US, you’ll need to know the rules for a healthy cool season turf lawn.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Low-Maintenance Shrubs Northeast Gardeners Love
What are the best shrubs for northeast region gardens? What are some low maintenance shrubs northeast gardeners love? Click here for answers.
By Amy Grant
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Ohio Valley And Central Midwest Native Pollinator Plants
Click here to learn about some Ohio Valley and Central Midwest native pollinators and pollinator plants to grow.
By Laura Miller
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Conifers Of The Western States – Learn About Common West Coast Conifers
Conifers of the western states range from fir, pine, and cedar to hemlocks, juniper, and redwoods. For more information, click this article.
By Teo Spengler
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Growing South Central Conifers – Coniferous Plants For Texas And Nearby States
Many conifers prefer northern areas, but some conifers thrive well in southern regions too. For South Central conifers, click this article.
By Susan Albert
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January Gardening Tips – Things To Do In Cold Climate Gardens
From cleaning up to planning for spring, your garden needn’t take a winter break. Click here for January gardening tips.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Great Lakes In Winter – Gardening Around The Great Lakes Region
Winter weather near the Great Lakes can be pretty rough as well as variable. Click here to learn more about gardening in the Great Lakes region.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Lawn Alternatives California And Nevada Gardeners Should Try
Many plantings can substitute for traditional turf grass; they’re better for the environment and require less from us.
By Teo Spengler