"There are many areas of the U.S. where homeowners are already gardening in February and March." Understanding when you're in the clear starts by understanding your zones. In November, the USDA ...

When you’re shopping for trees, shrubs or perennials, the hardiness zone should be one of the first things you check.

Lisa Schauer Even if the snow is still falling outside, we can dream of warmer days, and plan for bigger harvests by bringing ...

is a multi-branched shrub best for growing in U.S. hardiness zones 7 and 8, although it may survive winters in zone 6b with protection. Camelia sinensis var. assamica, which leans more tree than ...