Holly Jones started studying the micro-climate and the topography on her family farm in Crawfordsville, Iowa, about 40 miles south of Iowa City.

There are several factors to consider when growing sage, from sunlight exposure to soil quality. Here's where you should plant sage in your garden.

The USDA divides the United States into seven planting regions, known as hardiness zones, which were most recently updated in 2023. The maps below show these planting regions.

How to select plants based on your gardening zones When selecting plants for your garden, it’s essential to consider both the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone and the AHS Heat Zone listed on the plant tag.

What Are Plant Hardiness Zones? The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is responsible for creating a plant hardiness zone map.

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Wondering what is your planting zone? Here's how the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map helps you determine which plants are most likely to thrive in your garden.

Answer: The USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map is the guide used by gardeners throughout the United States to determine which plants are a good fit for their yard as determined by temperature adaptation.

Late last November, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) released an updated Plant Hardiness Zone map for the United States. Gardeners use this map to determine which plants and ...

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