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How to grow a coffee plant (and how many beans it can produce)

Coffee is delicious, but did you know you can grow your own? Here's everything you need to know about growing your own coffee plant.
Peach tree

What to know about climate zones before planting your garden

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Not sure what growing zone you’re in? This is how to find out

A bouquet of stargazer lilies

Add color and interest to your zone 8 garden with these gorgeous perennials

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Here’s what you should know about the updated USDA Hardiness Zone Map

A black walnut tree in the afternoon sun

18 incredible morning shade plants that will thrive in your shady garden

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Zone 9b planting guide: Everything you need to know about nourishing a garden in this warm climate

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Zone 10a planting guide: Here’s what you need to know about what you can plant

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Where is the avocado growing zone? Here’s where avocados grow best

A shady hydrangea garden

If you live in zone 6, here are 6 shade perennials you should absolutely grow

Peaches in a container

These are the best zone 9 fruit trees we’ve found

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The 6 best zone 6 fruit trees you can grow for a delicious harvest

Fuzzy kiwi fruits

These are the best climate zones to grow delicious kiwis

If you want to grow delicious kiwis, these are the best climate zones to do so in.
American cranberry branch with many berries in the sun

Do you live in climate zone 2? Here’s what you need to know

Here's a guide to the plants you can grow if you live in climate zone 2.
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Climate zone 3 plants that will thrive in cool temperatures

Here's what to know about growing plants if you live in climate zone 3, one of the coldest zones in the nation.
Tomatillo plant

Do you live in climate zone 10? Here’s our guide to choosing the perfect climate zone 10 plants

Here's everything you need to know about choosing and growing plants if you live in warm climate zone 10.
African lily flower

These are the best zone 8 plants for your warm, bright climate

Zone 8 plants can include a wide range of greenery. Learn about the best flowers, fruits, and vegetables for zone 8.
Liatris spicata blooms

The best and brightest zone 7 perennials to grow in your garden

From cheerful peonies to blazing stars, here are the best perennial flowers to plant in your sunny zone 7 garden.
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Do you live in climate zone 6? How to tell if your plants will last

Here's what you need to know about growing plants if you live in climate zone 6.
Lavender flowers

5 drought-tolerant companion plants that will thrive next to lavender

Lavender does well in dry climates, and so do these companion plants. Plus, they'll look beautiful together in your garden.
Cedar trees

13 incredible cedar tree varieties (and if they’re right for your climate zone)

Find out which type of cedar tree is right for your yard.
Bleeding heart vine

The best, most attractive shade plants to incorporate into your zone 10 garden

The most attractive shade plants to incorporate into a zone 10 garden
weeping willow trees by a lake

Fast-growing shade trees that would be perfect in your zone 9 garden

The perfect fast-growing shade trees for a zone 9 garden
English lavender flowers

Add some color to your zone 9 garden with these full sun perennials

The best full sun perennials for any zone 9 garden
 Ajuga flower

Need some shade in your warm zone 8 garden? Consider these shade plants

The best shade plants to add to your zone 8 garden
harvested potatoes in baskets

This is the optimal time to plant potatoes in zone 7 for a bountiful harvest

A complete guide on when you should plant potatoes in your zone 7 garden
Starfruit

Do you live in climate zone 11? Everything you need to know

A guide to the plants you can grow if you live in climate zone 11
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Do you live in climate zone 9? How to tell if your plants will last

What you need to know about growing plants if you live in climate zone 9
One ripe red apple on tree branch

Do you live in Climate Zone 4? How to tell if your plants will last

What you need to know about growing plants if you live in Climate Zone 4
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Do you live in climate zone 5? How to tell if your plants will last

What you need to know about growing plants if you live in climate zone 5
raised garden bed

When and how you should factor climate zones into an upcoming move

How to factor climate zones into any relocation decisions
Japanese maple tree

Do you live in climate zone 7? How to tell if your plants will last

What you need to know about growing plants if you live in climate zone 7
Plant hardiness map

4 tools to help you understand your climate zone

If you want to learn more about your climate zones, here are some tools you can use
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Do you live in climate zone 8? How to tell if your plants will last

What you need to know about growing plants if you live in Climate Zone 8
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Download these apps to help you understand your climate

Understanding what it means to live in your climate zone can be difficult. These apps might be able to help