Zone-Based Gardening Tools & Guides
Your trusted resource for practical, zone-based gardening guidance and helpful tools to plan your perfect garden.
Quick tools to help you plan your garden.
Calculate how much water your plants need based on plant type, region (USDA zones or EU countries), soil type, and planting method. Get personalized watering schedules and weekly water requirements in gallons/cups (US) or liters (EU).
Open tool →Find your ideal planting windows, frost dates, and recommended varieties for USDA Zones 3-10. Get zone-specific guidance for when to plant your favorite vegetables.
Open tool →Calculate exactly how much soil you need for your raised garden bed. Enter your bed dimensions and get precise measurements in cubic feet, cubic yards, and bag quantities.
Open tool →Discover what you can plant this week based on your USDA zone or EU country. Get personalized, week-by-week planting recommendations for your location.
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Companion planting is a simple way to grow a healthier garden by pairing plants that naturally support each other. This complete guide explains proven plant combinations that deter pests, attract pollinators, improve soil health, and maximize space—so you can boost yields and reduce chemicals using smart, beginner-friendly companion planting strategies.
Learn how to grow tomatoes successfully in Zones 3–10 with climate-specific tips that actually work. This ultimate guide covers choosing the right varieties, planting and transplant timing, soil preparation, watering and support, heat and frost protection, plus pest and disease control for bigger, better harvests in any region.
Learn exactly when to plant lettuce in Zones 3–10 for the best harvest. This complete guide covers spring and fall planting windows, succession planting tips, zone-specific timing, and how to prevent bolting in warm weather for crisp, healthy lettuce all season long.
Not sure when to start tomato seeds indoors? Here’s the exact timing for zones 3–10, plus simple tips to avoid leggy seedlings and transplant shock.
Find the best time to plant carrots in zones 3–10, with spring and fall windows by zone, soil temperature targets, and variety tips for sweeter harvests.
Learn the best grow light schedule for seedlings (14–16 hours), plus setup tips for LEDs vs fluorescents, spacing, timers, and how to prevent leggy growth.
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Companion planting is a simple way to grow a healthier garden by pairing plants that naturally support each other. This complete guide explains proven...
Learn how to grow tomatoes successfully in Zones 3–10 with climate-specific tips that actually work. This ultimate guide covers choosing the right v...
Learn exactly when to plant lettuce in Zones 3–10 for the best harvest. This complete guide covers spring and fall planting windows, succession plan...
Not sure when to start tomato seeds indoors? Here’s the exact timing for zones 3–10, plus simple tips to avoid leggy seedlings and transplant shoc...