What planting zone is Sacramento, CA? And what plants thrive there?
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In what planting zone is Sacramento, CA [zip: 95842}? I need to know what plants thrive in both direct sun and in full shade in my zone.
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Your hardiness zone should be 9b. What types of plants are you looking for?
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Janet Pizaro
on Apr 27, 2016
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If you go visit a reputable nursery (not just a home improvement store flower section) in your area they should have a horticulturist on staff that can give you the best advice for your immediate area. They will also carry annuals and perennials that are specific to your location within your zone. It will be worth the trip to speak with a professional who deals in your climate and area and have them assist you in purchasing your plants/flowers while you are there.
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MN Mom
on Apr 27, 2016
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Look around your neighborhood and close by areas,ask questions about what you see.
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Barbara C
on Apr 28, 2016
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You can also check with your local extension service, normally they have Master Gardeners on staff, that can help you with your questions.
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Catherine Smith
on Apr 28, 2016
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Home depot has a garden club on line just enter your zip code and the give you clarity. And more precise then anyone else.
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Evelyn
on Apr 28, 2016
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Best advice would come from a professional nurseryman. Most areas have a nursery with all kinds of plants. The nursery staff are well informed of what does well in your area. Keep in mind different leaf colors and textures and different heights for interesting flower bed and also that groups of threes for your small bushes and flowers should have five or more plants in a group. Plant like colors together for interest and avoid multicolor planting of flowers in one group. Have a color plan in mind before shopping. Also consider drought resistant plants.
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Sue Sanders
on Apr 28, 2016
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The previous entries are all helpful. In addition, Las Pilitas Nursery, dealing with only California natives, provides a free on-line reference for California gardeners interested in native plants that you may find helpful: http://www.mynativeplants.com/ It is the most informative, and humorous, site we've found and guided us in creating our successful native plant, drought-tolerant, garden. Best wishes.
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C Crow
on Apr 28, 2016
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Google can tell you what zone you are in.
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Barbara C
on Apr 29, 2016
Janet Pizaro
on Apr 27, 2016
MN Mom
on Apr 27, 2016
Catherine Smith
on Apr 28, 2016
Evelyn
on Apr 28, 2016
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