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What to Plant in January in Zones 9-10

What to Plant in January in Zones 9-10

Lucky you! While gardeners in other zones are huddled inside with their seed catalogs, January in zones 9-10 feels more like spring in most other places. With daytime temperatures typically  
What to Plant in January in Zones 7-8

What to Plant in January in Zones 7-8

January in zones 7-8 brings average temperatures ranging from 20°F to 40°F (-6°C to 4°C), with occasional dips below freezing and the odd warm spell. While it's not prime planting  
What to Plant in December in USDA Zones 9-10

What to Plant in December in USDA Zones 9-10

While the rest of the country is shoveling snow, gardeners in zones 9-10 are still harvesting tomatoes and planting new ones! With average December temperatures ranging from 65°F to 75°F  
Grasping at Gardening Advice Over the Years

Grasping at Gardening Advice Over the Years

"I’ve always respected senior garden mentors. I even grow elderberries," writes the author of today's piece, "Gardening Keeps Me Young." And the theme of today's story is exactly that: respect  
The Tale of the Great Pumpkin

The Tale of the Great Pumpkin

Once upon a time, in the fertile fields of the Americas, there grew a plant that would become the centerpiece of Fall festivities, the delight of pies, and the guardian  
What to Plant in August in USDA Zones 4-6

What to Plant in August in USDA Zones 4-6

As we all know, August can be a tricky month for gardening, with scorching temperatures and unpredictable weather patterns. But fear not! With a little know-how and some careful planning,  
How to Plant an Irish Vegetable Garden

How to Plant an Irish Vegetable Garden

Ireland may be known for cabbage, carrots, and potatoes, but there's much more to an Irish vegetable garden than these staple veggies. Of course, you can do a lot with