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What to Plant in July in USDA Zones 9-10

What to Plant in July in USDA Zones 9-10

Should you really be planting things when you can cook an egg on your patio? The answer is yes! Fear not, my sun-loving friend! While your northern neighbors are harvesting  
What to Plant in June in USDA Zones 9-10

What to Plant in June in USDA Zones 9-10

June gardeners in USDA zones 9-10 are navigating the increasing heat while still maintaining productive gardens. Spanning diverse regions from coastal Oregon to Arizona, Florida, and parts of California, zones  
What to Plant in June in USDA Zones 7-8

What to Plant in June in USDA Zones 7-8

June in zones 7-8 marks the transition from spring to full summer growing conditions. With soil temperatures consistently warm and the threat of frost long gone, gardeners in these moderate  
What to Plant in June in USDA Zones 4-6

What to Plant in June in USDA Zones 4-6

It's June! When the soil has finally warmed, the threat of frost has (mostly) passed, and gardeners everywhere are itching to get their hands dirty! While your southern friends might  
Perennial Plants Gone Wild

Perennial Plants Gone Wild

I envy those who live in warm climates, where "tender perennials" are simply "perennials" to them. Each year I plant perennial plants like lavender, knowing that it will die in  
What to Plant in November in USDA Zones 7-8

What to Plant in November in USDA Zones 7-8

In zones 7-8, November isn't just about preparing for dormancy; it's about strategic planting that capitalizes on nature's transitional rhythm. The gradual cooling acts like a starting gun for cool-season