Here is some useful information to begin gardening in Middle Tennessee. Happy gardening!
Understand your regional climate
http://www.sunset.com/garden/climate-zones/climate-zones-intro-us-map
http://www.sunset.com/garden/climate-zones/climate-zones-intro-us-map
|
ZONE 33. North-Central Texas and Oklahoma Eastward to the Appalachian Foothills
Growing season: mid-April through Oct. Warm Gulf Coast air and colder continental/arctic fronts both play a role; their unpredictable interplay results in a wide range in annual rainfall (22" to 52") and winter lows (20 degrees to 0 degrees F/-7 degrees to -18 degrees C). Summers are muggy and warm to hot. Sunset's climate zones consider temperature as well as latitude, elevation, ocean influence, continental air influence, topography, and microclimates. |
Understand the Effects of Microclimate
|
Microclimate can have a significant impact on what types of plants can be planted in certain areas of your property.
The UC Master Gardeners came up with a Garden Site Microclimate Evaluation form to help you analyze your landscape microclimates. It will help determine the proper placement of plants in and around your property. |
|
Understand Plant Adaptability
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
The USDA Plant Hardiness gives us average minimum temperatures. It is useful to know if a plant can survive our winter temperatures.
Williamson and Maury Counties are located in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 7a. Average minimum temperatures for the area are 0 to 5°F
AHS Heat Zone Map
The American Horticultural Society developed a Plant Heat Zone Map to help determine if a plant can tolerate the heat in a particular region.
Williamson and Maury Counties are located in Heat Zone 7 which means they average 60-90 days of temperatures >86°F
Know the soil in your area
Landscaping with Native Plants _ Middle Tennessee.
This brochure provides information about the unique soil in the Middle Tn area and is a valuable resource for native plants in Middle Tn. Source: TNIPC.ORG
This brochure provides information about the unique soil in the Middle Tn area and is a valuable resource for native plants in Middle Tn. Source: TNIPC.ORG
The majority of Williamson and Maury counties are located in the Central Basin. The thin layer of soil situated over limestone tends to be alkaline and high in phosphorus. The soils are poorly drained and tend to be dry in summer and wet in winter. Your soil may be different so invest in a soil test.
Discover the Native Plants of Tennessee
Landscaping with Native Plants of Tennessee. Source: TNIPC.ORG
Native Evergreen Plants.
Native Plant Alternatives Brochure. Source: TNIPC.ORG
Folks need to know what is happening in backyard tomatoes...
Posted by Volunteer Gardener on Saturday, June 13, 2015
