Zone 7
From Arizona to Alaska to the East Coast, Zone 7 stretches clear across the U.S. As one of the widest spread growing zones, gardeners everywhere need expert advice about how to handle Zone 7. Find everything you need to know about gardening in this diverse zone right here, no matter where you live.
Zone 7
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Zone 7 Nut Trees: Choosing Nut Trees For Zone 7 Climates
We often think of garden edibles as only fruits and vegetable plants, and overlook the fact that some of our beautiful shade trees also produce nutritious nuts that we could be harvesting. This article will discuss what nut trees grow in zone 7.
By Darcy Larum
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Zone 7 Yuccas: Choosing Yucca Plants For Zone 7 Gardens
While it's true that yucca plants are native to dry, desert-like locations, they can also grow in many cooler climates. There are a few yucca varieties that are hardy down to zone 3. In this article, we will discuss growing yucca in zone 7 regions.
By Darcy Larum
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Caring For Hardy Hydrangeas: Learn About Zone 7 Hydrangea Planting
Gardeners have no shortage of choices when it comes to choosing hydrangea for zone 7, where the climate is well suited for a huge variety of hardy hydrangeas. Here is a list of just a few zone 7 hydrangeas, along with a few of their most significant characteristics.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Hardy Succulent Plants – Tips On Growing Succulents In Zone 7
Zone 7 is not terribly extreme and most succulents will thrive in its relatively mild winters. Succulents are one of the easiest plant groups for which to care and their wide variety and charming appearance adds a quirky sense of fun to the landscape. Learn more here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Apple Trees For Zone 7 – What Apple Trees Grow In Zone 7
Not all apple trees will grow in all climates, and it's a good idea to pick a tree that's suited to your zone before you plant and wind up disappointed. Click this article to learn more about planting apples in zone 7 and some of the best zone 7 apples.
By Liz Baessler
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Zone 7 Deer Resistant Shrubs: What Are Bushes That Deer Don’t Like
In the blink of an eye, a hungry deer can strip a large shrub of its foliage or rub huge wounds in a tree's bark. Fortunately, while certain plants attract certain animals, certain plants are also avoided by them. Find a list of zone 7 deer resistant shrubs here.
By Darcy Larum
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Zone 7 Shade Plants – Shade Gardening In Zone 7 Climates
Plants that tolerate shade and also provide interesting foliage or beautiful flowers are highly sought after. The plants you choose depend on your region and can vary widely. This article will provide suggestions for shade gardening in zone 7.
By Ilana Goldowitz Jimenez
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Planting Zone 7 Evergreens: Tips On Growing Evergreen Shrubs In Zone 7
USDA planting zone 7 a relatively moderate climate where summers aren?t blazing hot and winter cold usually isn?t severe. If you?re in the market for zone 7 evergreen shrubs, there are many plants that create interest and beauty year round. Click here for a few.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Vegetables For Zone 7 – Learn About Vegetable Gardening In Zone 7
Zone 7 is a fantastic climate for growing vegetables. With a relatively cool spring and fall and a long, hot summer, it's ideal for virtually all vegetables, as long as you know when to plant them. Learn more about planting a zone 7 vegetable garden in this article.
By Liz Baessler
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Zone 7 Cactus: Choosing Cactus Plants For Zone 7 Gardens
Zone 7 is actually a perfect climate and temperature range for many types of cactus. The biggest problem for zone 7 cactus is usually soil type, which should be well draining and slightly gritty. There are many cactus plants for zone 7 and this article will help with suggestions.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Zone 7 Evergreen Groundcovers – Growing Evergreen Groundcover In Zone 7
In zone 7, you need hardy evergreen groundcover plants for year round benefits. Choosing the right evergreen groundcovers for zone 7 will enliven the landscape and provide all the above benefits and more. Find suitable suggestions in this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Hardy Bamboo Plants: Growing Bamboo In Zone 7 Gardens
Gardeners tend to think of bamboo plants as flourishing in the hottest areas of the tropics. And this is true. Some varieties are cold hardy, however, and grow in places where it snows in winter. If you live in zone 7, you?ll need to find hardy bamboo plants. Learn more here.
By Teo Spengler
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Zone 7 Evergreen Trees – Choosing Evergreen Trees For Zone 7 Climates
Whether you want conifers or broadleaf specimens, evergreen trees provide lasting beauty to the landscape. Zone 7 evergreen trees span a wide range of sizes, colors and leaf types to enhance the garden. Find popular choices for this region in this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Zone 7 Drought Tolerant Perennials: Perennial Plants That Tolerate Dry Conditions
If you live in a dry climate, keeping your plants watered is a constant battle. Avoid the hassle and have a garden that's happy to take care of itself by planting drought tolerant plants. Learn more about choosing drought tolerant perennials for zone 7 in this article.
By Liz Baessler
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Zone 7 Kiwi Vines: Learn About Hardy Varieties Kiwi For Zone 7 Climates
For USDA zone 7 or above dwellers, there are several kiwi plants suited to your zones. These types of kiwi are referred to as fuzzy kiwi, but there are also hardy kiwi fruit varieties that also make suitable zone 7 kiwi vines. Interested in learning more? Click here.
By Amy Grant
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Zone 7 Annual Flowers – Selecting Zone 7 Annuals For The Garden
Who can resist spring annuals? They are often the first flowering plants in the garden. Time of last frost and hardiness are important aspects when choosing zone 7 annual flowers. Click the following article for suggestions on annuals that thrive in this zone.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Shrubs For Dry Climates: What Are Some Zone 7 Drought Tolerant Bushes
If you live in USDA plant hardiness zone 7 and are seeking shrubs with drought tolerance, you are in luck. You will find more than a few drought tolerant shrubs for zone 7 available in commerce. For suggestions and more information, click this article.
By Teo Spengler