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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Understanding Keystone Planting: Give Your Ecoregion A Boost
A closer understanding of keystone planting can help your environment as well as your garden. Experts reveal why these critical species matter
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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GKH's Complete West Tree Guide
Looking to buy or grow a drought tolerant tree in Southern California or a rain-loving arborvitae in Seattle? Start your tree search here.
By Gardening Know How
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Complete Guide to Trees in the Southeast
No matter if you're in Richmond, Charlotte, Atlanta, or Miami, our southeast tree buying guide should be your first stop when buying or growing a tree.
By Gardening Know How
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Complete Guide to Trees in the Midwest
Whether you're in a Chicago high-rise or the suburbs of Kansas City, buying and growing the best tree for you and your Midwestern space starts here.
By Gardening Know How
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Complete Guide to Trees in the Southwest
Whether you're hoping to block the desert sun in Arizona or grow sweet treats in West Texas, check out our tree buying guide for the Southwest first.
By Gardening Know How
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Complete Guide to Trees in the Northeast
Whether you have a suburban lawn in Pennsylvania or a balcony in New York City, get the know on buying and growing trees that suit your needs.
By Gardening Know How
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October To-Do List – What To Do In The Garden In Fall
Your October to-do list for the garden will depend on where you live. Here are some specific regional garden chores for October.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Best Landscape Plants For The Upper Midwest Region
Trees, shrubs and flowers are abundant in Michigan, Minnesota,Wisconsin and Iowa. Don’t forget to plant natives!
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Native Birds Of The Northeast
Birds are a wonderful part of the wildlife experience, and some are helpful in the northeast garden. But some are not. Learn which is which.
By Laura Miller
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Southeast Lawn Care Guide And Calendar
If you live in the southeastern part of the country, we've got some great tips on how to care for and maintain a lush turf lawn.
By Laura Miller
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Western Birds: Common Birds Of California & Nevada
Whether in your garden or the wild, bird watching in California and Nevada can be exciting and fascinating. Learn which ones to watch for.
By Teo Spengler
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Common Backyard Birds Of The Ohio Valley Region
In the Ohio Valley and central regions you may see some colorful birds in the yard. Learn how to identify them.
By Laura Miller
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Best Vegetables To Grow In The Pacific Northwest
What are the best vegetables to grow in Pacific Northwest gardens? Click here to find out.
By Amy Grant
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Most Invasive Species In Michigan And The Upper Midwest
Learn about some of the worst invasive plants to watch out for in the regions of Wisconsin, Michigan, Minnesota and Iowa.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Most Invasive Plants In California And The Western U.S.
Learn how invasive plant species are a threat to ecosystems in the states of California and Nevada.
By Teo Spengler
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Best Vegetables To Grow In Michigan And The Upper Midwest
What are the best vegetables to grow in Michigan and the upper Midwest? Click here for a complete upper Midwest growing guide.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Drought Tolerant Plants For California And Nevada Gardens
Learn about native “bulletproof” plants that are your best choices if you live in the hot zones of California and Nevada.
By Teo Spengler