Gardening Climate Zones: Your Plant Selection Roadmap

Planting without knowing your climate zone wastes money on doomed plants. Zones map average temperatures and rainfall—critical for matching plants to place.

Using Zone Information

Interactive online maps provide precise local data. Most nurseries label plants with zone compatibility. Learn your zone once, then shop confidently.

Real-World Application

Labels indicate sun/shade needs, mature size, and zone range. Match these to your site. Remember: zones reflect averages—extreme weather (drought, heat waves, floods) can overwhelm even zone-appropriate plants.

Climate zones are your first filter for plant success—use them every time you shop.