USDA Growing Zones Map for Maryland: Identifying Ideal Planting Areas in the State
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has recently published a new Plant Hardiness Zone Map for Maryland in 2023. This map is an essential tool for farmers and gardeners, helping them determine winter plant hardiness for crops and plants in the region.
To access the map, simply click on it, enlarge it, and find your general area. The new data indicates a general warming trend in winter temperatures, which has resulted in some changes in zone categorization. The USDA has taken into account changes in winter low temperatures over the last 30 years to create the updated map.
Both novice and experienced gardeners can benefit from the information provided in the USDA plant hardiness map. It serves as a valuable resource for choosing the right plants for your garden, ensuring their survival during the winter months.
The 2023 USDA Maryland plant map includes zones 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, and 8a. If a Maryland zone is included on a plant label, it is likely that the plant will survive the winter in that area, given that planting and care instructions specific to the plant are followed.
The majority of nurseries and plant distributors use USDA zone information on their plant labels. However, it's important to remember that the zones are to be used as a general guideline for planting. Other factors such as wind, soil type, humidity, snow moisture, and how plants are incorporated into a landscape can significantly impact a plant's hardiness.
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