Zone 8

Image by RuudMorijn One thing you can always count on: Weeds are hardy plants that thrive in a diverse range of growing conditions – especially mild climates like USDA plant hardiness zone 8. Read on for a…

Image by Ron Johnson Invasive plants are non-native species that are likely to spread aggressively, forcing out native plants, and causing severe environmental or economic damage. Invasive plants are spread…

Image by rootstocks Few plants are so versatile in the landscape as juniper. Since junipers come in so many shapes and sizes, they are used as large groundcovers, erosion control, trailing over rock walls,…

Image by Linjerry Are you looking for drought tolerant trees for zone 8? Although the drought in your state might currently be officially over, you know you could see another drought in the near future. That…

Image by gmc3101 When you are selecting plants for your garden or backyard, it is important to know your hardiness zone and choose plants that thrive there. The U.S. Department of Agriculture divides the…

Image by alexeys With homesteading, self-sufficiency, and organic foods such rising trends, many homeowners are growing their own fruits and vegetables. After all, what better way is there to know that the…

Image by audaxl Gardeners living in zone 8 enjoy hot summers and long growing seasons. Spring and autumn in zone 8 are cool. Growing vegetables in zone 8 is pretty easy if you get those seeds started at the…

Image by EvgeniySmolskiy Herbs are such a rewarding addition to the garden. They smell good, they’re often very hardy, and they’re always available when you want to add a sprig to your cooking. Keep reading…

Image by Mkovalevskaya Groundcovers are an essential element in some gardens. They help fight soil erosion, they provide shelter to wildlife, and they fill in otherwise unappealing areas with life and color.…

Image by vsanderson All plants require a fair amount of water until their roots are safely established, but at that point, drought-tolerant plants are those that can get by with very little moisture. Plants…