Freezing weather may make it hard to believe, but many Chicago-area gardeners — and their plants — are now living in a slightly warmer world, according to a new version of the USDA’s plant hardiness ...

The United States Department of Agriculture released an updated version of last year's Plant Hardiness Map to offer a guide for gardeners to understand which plants can survive and thrive based on the ...

The first day of spring will be here before you know it! And for green thumbs, that means planning and starting your seasonal garden. But before you buy your seeds, there's some very important ...

The USDA updated its map of plant hardiness zones for the first time in over a decade. The new map shows that half the country has shifted to warmer zones. The updated zones could allow gardeners to ...

Global warming is hitting not just home, but garden. The government’s colorful map of planting zones, most often seen on the back of seed packets, is changing, illustrating a hotter 21st century. An ...

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Cacti won't be growing in Central New York gardens anytime soon. But some areas may be able to grow peaches, different varieties of grapes or a Southern magnolia tree. The U.S. Department of ...

Before wasting time, money and effort in the garden, you need to take a close look the USDA Planting Zones. Here is how to understand it. You don’t want to start planting your garden without knowing ...

A new Plant Hardiness Zone Map released by the federal government Wednesday shows that temperatures across the country are getting warmer and could affect gardens and crops. The map is designed to ...

Tom Oder is a writer, editor, and communication expert who specializes in sustainability and the environment with a sweet spot for urban agriculture. The official news that 2012 was the hottest year ...

Gardeners have a lot to consider: what plants need varies by sunlight, water, fertilization and soil types. Another key component is winter hardiness. In that area, the United States Department of ...