Climate
Sunshine, precipitation, heat, cold, seasonal variations, altitude; all are critical considerations when planning and maintaining a successful garden. Knowing which plants do best in your climate, which conditions encourage growth, and how drought and other weather changes can affect what and how you grow is essential to wise gardeners. We discuss the issues — from hardiness zones and frost-tolerant plants to heat and drought-resistant gardens — important to every grower.
Cold Frame -- Hot Box
Extend your growing season by putting a layer of protection between your plants and the elements.
Seasonal Garden Care
Garden care is a year-round activity, its rhythms dictated by seasonal conditions and local climates.
Sweet Season: After a Garden Frost
Which vegetables not only survive frost, but taste better after a freeze? Here's what to grow.
Green Roofs Sprout Over U.S. Cities
Interest in green roofs (pun warning) continues to grow, especially in urban centers.
USDA Updates Hardiness Zone Map
The Plant Hardiness Zone Map is used by growers to determine which plants are most likely to thrive at a location.
Warm Winter Confusion
How will the mild, dry winter experienced in many parts of the country and Canada affect plants?
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