While there are different ways to map climates, USDA Plant Hardiness Zones are based only on the minimum average temperature. Using this scale, California spans from zone 5a, where average annual ...

With spring on the horizon, many gardeners are preparing for prolonged, hearty growing seasons in their region. The United ...

The first step to a great garden is knowing your planting zone but regardless of where you live, these tips can help.

Homes in the zone identified in the new draft maps as having a "very high fire severity hazard" must adhere to the Golden State's strictest fire regulations, including California's pending ban on ...