Guides by Region: South Guides
Hardiness
Bulbs that Take the Heat
Most daffodils, some tulips and several other spring-blooming flower bulbs can be grown in areas as warm as Southern California and the Gulf Coast.
Best Spring Bulbs for the Gulf Coast Region
Your area, with its mild winter climate and hot, humid summers, is perfect for most summer-blooming bulbs - and fine for a surprising number of spring bloomers too, if carefully chosen.
Best Spring Bulbs for the South Central Region
Your moderate climate with its mildly cold winters and hot, humid summers, suits most spring-flowering bulbs except for those that have longer cold requirements and drier summer dormancy.
Best David Austin Roses for the Southeast
Wondering which English rose cultivars have proven reliable and entirely worth growing in Southern gardens?
Hardiness Zones in the USA
The USDA Hardiness Zone Map divides North America into 13 zones of 10°F each, ranging from -60°F (-51°C) to 70°F (21°C). If you are planning to buy a shrub, perennial or tree, you need to make sure that this new plant will tolerate year-round conditions in your area.
Beautiful Hydrangeas for the Upper South Region
Deservedly popular, Hydrangeas are easy-care, long-lived, deciduous shrubs with magnificent flowers which show off in gardens, containers or in vases around our living areas. Amazingly versatile, Hydrangeas bloom throughout summer and into fall, providing long-lasting color when many shrubs are already fading. The following is a list of Hydrangeas recognized as proven performers in the Upper South region.
Beautiful Hydrangeas for the Middle South Region
Deservedly popular, Hydrangeas are easy-care, long-lived, deciduous shrubs with magnificent flowers which show off in gardens, containers or in vases around our living areas. Amazingly versatile, Hydrangeas bloom throughout summer and into fall, providing long-lasting color when many shrubs are already fading. The following is a list of Hydrangeas recognized as proven performers in the Middle South region.
Beautiful Hydrangeas for the Lower South Region
Deservedly popular, Hydrangeas are easy-care, long-lived, deciduous shrubs with magnificent flowers which show off in gardens, containers or in vases around our living areas. Amazingly versatile, Hydrangeas bloom throughout summer and into fall, providing long-lasting color when many shrubs are already fading. The following is a list of Hydrangeas recognized as proven performers in the Lower South region.
Beautiful Hydrangeas for the Coastal South Region
Deservedly popular, Hydrangeas are easy-care, long-lived, deciduous shrubs with magnificent flowers which show off in gardens, containers, or in vases around our living areas. Amazingly versatile, Hydrangeas bloom throughout summer and into fall, providing long-lasting color when many shrubs are already fading. The following is a list of Hydrangeas recognized as proven performers in the Coastal South region.
Great Clematis for the Upper South Region
Here is a list of clematis cultivars and varieties that will reward gardeners in the Upper South region with exceptional floral displays, provided you respect their cultural conditions and site placement
Great Clematis for the Middle South Region
Here is a list of clematis cultivars and varieties that will reward gardeners in the Middle South region with exceptional floral displays, provided you respect their cultural conditions and site placement
Great Clematis for the Lower South Region
Here is a list of clematis cultivars and varieties that will reward gardeners in the Lower South region with exceptional floral displays, provided you respect their cultural conditions and site placement
Great Clematis for the Coastal South Region
Here is a list of clematis cultivars and varieties that will reward gardeners in the Coastal South region with exceptional floral displays, provided you respect their cultural conditions and site placement
Great Pollinator Plants for North Carolina
Pollinators are nearly as important as sun, soil and water in both flowering plant reproduction and in the production of most fruits and vegetables. However, pollinator populations are declining. Here is a list of North Carolina native plants that are very attractive to pollinators and are well-suited for plantings in gardens.
Great Pollinator Plants for Virginia
Pollinators are nearly as important as sun, soil and water in both flowering plant reproduction and in the production of most fruits and vegetables. However, pollinator populations are declining. Here is a list of Virginia native plants that are very attractive to pollinators and are well-suited for plantings in gardens.
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