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Plant varieties and zone information

From "Garden Sense"
episode DGAR-202

Below are 13 plant varieties and the planting information for each zone.

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Hydrangea quercifolia – Oakleaf Hydrangea

Deciduous shrub noted for its large oak-like leaves and large clusters of white flowers
Plant in full sun with adequate moisture to moderate shade
Plant in rich, moist, but well-drained soil
Height: 6-8 feet; Width: 6-8 feet
Hardy in USDA zones 5-9:
- Zone 5: Plant in spring to prevent winter heaving; plant in full sun to partial shade; apply extra mulch after first hard frost; avoid contact with salt; blooms may be damaged in late frosts.
- Zone 6: Plant in spring or early fall; plant in full sun to partial shade.
- Zone 7: Plant in fall; plant in partial to moderate shade; provide supplemental water during dry spells.
- Zone 8: Plant in fall; plant in partial to moderate shade with protection from hot afternoon sun; provide supplemental water during dry spells.
- Zone 9: Plant in fall; plant in partial to moderate shade with protection from hot afternoon sun; provide supplemental water during dry spells.

Rhododendron catawbiense 'Album' – White Catawba Rhododendron

Gardener's Note: Although listed to zone 8, it will do better in zone 8 locations such as the Pacific Northwest. In zone 8 in the South, it may suffer.

Evergreen shrub noted for its bold foliage and large trusses of white to light lavender flowers in late spring
Plant in morning sun with afternoon shade or bright shade all day
Plant in rich, moist, but well-drained soil
Prune (if needed) and fertilize immediately after flowering
Height: 6-8 feet; Width: 6-8 feet
Hardy in USDA zones 4-8:
- Zone 4: Plant in spring to prevent winter heaving; plant in light to partial shade; apply extra mulch after first hard frost; avoid contact with salt; blooms may be damaged in late frosts.
- Zone 5: Plant in spring to prevent winter heaving; plant in light partial shade; apply extra mulch after first hard frost; avoid contact with salt.
- Zone 6: Plant in spring or early fall; plant in light to partial shade; mulch in fall.
- Zone 7: Plant in fall; plant in partial shade; provide supplemental water during dry spells; mulch in fall.
- Zone 8: Plant in fall; plant in partial shade with protection from hot afternoon sun; provide supplemental water during dry spells; mulch in fall; plants may languish in warmer (Southern) parts of this zone.

Gardening by Zip Code
If you're looking to start a gardening projectbut don't know your gardening zone—visit the National Gardening Associations's USDA Hardiness Zone Finder. Enter your Zip Code to identify the proper zone.

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