New map shows how to spot the measles risk level in your ZIP code

For the first time, a map allows people to type in their ZIP code and determine the risk of measles in their area based on ...
The Columbian

Clark County Council works on zoning map after missing deadline to update growth plan

Although Clark County missed the state’s Dec. 31 deadline for updating its 20-year growth plan, the county council started the new year with a pair of work sessions aimed at moving the project forward ...
AOL

Your Fall Garden To-Do List By Growing Zone

Fall is the season most of us associate with winding down and settling in as the air turns crisp and the days become shorter. However, this season can also be one of the most transformative, ...
Hartford Courant

Think you understand CT’s plant hardiness zones? Find out what you should know.

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 ...
Climate Central

Warming Planting Zones

Gardeners and farmers across the U.S. look to plant hardiness zones for guidance on which plants to grow. The U.S. is divided into 13 plant hardiness zones based on the local coldest temperature of ...
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Our Farm’s Growing Zone Shifted: What It Means for Us

The growing zone on our farm has shifted—find out what this change means for us. Donald Trump's remarks about Putin leave Russian state TV stunned James Gunn Stands Firm on “Superman” Movie's ...
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Your Growing Zone May Have Changed - Here's What It Means For Your Garden

What is a USDA growing zone, and which one are you in? The answer to one of these questions may be different than what it was only a few years ago. USDA growing zones, in general, help you know which ...
The Shreveport Times

What are growing zones? What temperatures do Louisiana plants need to survive?

Growing zones, also referred to as hardiness zones, are geographical areas categorized based on average annual minimum winter temperatures in order to determine which plants are likely to thrive in a ...
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

What plant zone is Wisconsin in? A look at the best flowers to plant in every part of the state

Are you getting ready to plant your spring bulbs? If so, you might want to check up on which plant zone you're in. A plant zone, or hardiness zone, is a region with a similar average minimum ...
USA Today

What planting zone are you in? These detailed maps can help your garden flourish

With spring on the horizon, many gardeners are preparing for prolonged, hearty growing seasons in their region. The United States has a diverse ecological footprint, so growing seasons differ slightly ...
Darkhorse Press

How to Pick the Right Plants for Your Location

(StatePoint) When planning your yard or garden, you likely focus on the what and the where. After all, a beautiful plant in a prime location enhances curb appeal and even bragging rights. You may pay ...