Those mysterious numbers on plant tags hold the key to choosing the perfect plants for your region.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Kailey Whitman Even if you're a gardening novice, you've likely heard the term "gardening zones." This refers to the United States ...

Before you can start planting your garden, it’s important to know what climate zone you’re in to determine which plants will thrive while others may need a bit more specialized care.

If you are wondering whether that shrub, flower, or tree that you saw in a magazine or catalog will grow well in your garden, using a hardiness zone map is your best bet to ensure success. A hardiness ...

Learn what plant hardiness zone you're in and the best plants for your region. The Burtons/Getty Images Gardening is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, take part in a therapeutic hobby, and even save ...

INDIANA, USA — New Plant Hardiness Zone maps updated by the US Department of Agriculture released this week show a drastically reduced Zone 5 throughout Indiana, while Zone 7 makes an appearance in ...

When spring arrives, gardeners are ready to buy plants, and many times we are trying something new and different. View full sizeIllustration by Kenneth Harrison / The Times-Picayune One of the most ...

When you're planting your garden, you want to give your plants the best chance of thriving. Some places are too cold for certain plants, and others are too warm. So how do you know what's just right ...

Is it safe to begin planting vegetables and annuals this early in the year? Every year, there's an eager bunch ready to jump start spring crops and flowers. "The short answer is yes," confirms Amy ...

Every March, millions of gardeners stare at their tomato seedlings, watch a stretch of warm days roll in, and make the same impulsive decision: these are going in the ground today. And every year, ...