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
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Growing Perennials In The Desert: Types Of Perennials For The Southwest
Perennials for the Southwest have certain requirements that may differ from planting in other regions. For some ideas on suitable flowers, click here.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Western Region Perennials – Growing Perennials In Western U.S.
There are many gorgeous perennial plants for California that are low maintenance and drought tolerant. Click here for perennials for western states.
By Teo Spengler
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Perennials For Pacific Northwest – Perennial Gardening In Pacific Northwest
Pacific Northwest perennial flowers suited for the region range from sun worshippers to shade lovers. Find perennials for Pacific Northwest areas here.
By Amy Grant
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Best Southern Perennials – Choosing Perennials For Southeast Gardens
Growing perennials for Southeast gardens hardy enough to perform in relentless heat and humidity can be tough. Learn more in this article.
By Becca Badgett
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North Central Perennials: What Are The Best Perennials For Northern Gardens
Perennials are the staple of the flower garden. To learn about some North Central perennial options for your garden, click the following article.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Central U.S. Perennials – Growing Perennials In The Ohio Valley
Plant perennials once and they return each year with renewed vigor and bountiful blossoms. Click here for ideas on some central U.S. perennials.
By Laura Miller
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Perennial Plants For Northern Regions: Choosing West North Central Perennials
If you live in the West North Central United States, perennials need to survive some pretty harsh and long winters. Click here for some suitable choices.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Southwest Garden In July – Gardening Tasks For The Southwest Region
Gardening tasks for the Southwest in July are needed to keep plants healthy and hydrated. If you live in this region, click here for things to do now.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Regional Gardening List: Tasks For July In The Ohio Valley
The July regional gardening list is filled with chores to ensure a healthy, productive garden from summer into fall. Find Ohio Valley tasks here.
By Tonya Barnett
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Regional Gardening: Tips For Southeast Gardening In July
Summer is here and those hot temperatures in the Southeast are upon us. Find out about July gardening tasks in this region during the heat of summer.
By Becca Badgett
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March To Do List – What To Do In The Garden Now
What’s on your March to-do list? Here’s a quick rundown of basic regional garden chores but check your USDA zone before planting.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Gardening To-Do List: Regional Gardening Tips For May
May is a prime gardening month throughout the United States, whether your region is well into the growing season or just beginning. Learn more here.
By Laura Miller
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Las Vegas Garden Design: Growing Plants In Las Vegas Region
Gardening in Las Vegas has its challenges – oven-like temperatures, drying winds, minimal rainfall, and poor soil. Click here to learn more.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Vines For The Southern Region: Growing Vines In Texas And Nearby States
Vines for the southern region can add a splash of color or foliage to an otherwise dull vertical space. Click here for a list of South Central vines.
By Susan Albert
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July Garden Tasks – Tips For Upper Midwest Gardening
July in the upper Midwest is busy. This is the hottest month of the year, and often dry, so watering is essential. Click here for other important tasks.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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July Gardening Tasks – Tending A Great Plains Garden In July
July in the Northern Rockies is nice, and there’s still plenty of time to take care of a few gardening tasks before it turns cool. Here is your to-do list.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Garden To-Do List: Pacific Northwest Gardening In July
Northwest gardening in July means there’s plenty of work to do, with long days for enjoying outdoor time. Here’s your garden to-do list for July.
By Mary H. Dyer