Northeast & Mid-Atlantic
The Northeast & Mid-Atlantic (Zones 4-5)Winter is always slow to let go of you in the northeast, it may even still be snowing in April in your area, but a good start to the gardening season involves getting your flowers early and acclimating them to spring’s uncertain temperatures so they are ready to explode into color as soon as possible. Your last frost date varies from early April to late May, but the number of nights below freezing will become fewer and fewer as April proceeds. Ask your local garden center which plants will tolerate spring’s cold best and still flower all summer! Here’s a short list of some of our favorites for your area. | Click Here to see what Kamoya McDowell of @GardenAddictz is planting in her garden sanctuary. |
Perennials‘Serendipity’ Allium |
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ShrubsLittle Lime Punch® Panicle Hydrangea |
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ZONES 6-7The Northeast & Mid-Atlantic (Zones 6-7)The last frost date for your area is generally early to late April, and it is not too early to get started on planning for your garden. We know your springs can be unpredictable, so start the year looking for the healthiest cool season flowers. Try keeping them in a sun room or garage and moving them out each day to get adapted to your outdoor conditions. An early start means a longer season of color and enjoyment, but be prepared to protect them if cooler weather sets in. |
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AnnualsSnow Princess® Lobularia |
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PerennialsPrimo® ‘Black Pearl’ Heuchera |
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ShrubsLet’s Dance® Reblooming Hydrangea Series |
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Kamoya McDowell – @GardenAddictz Cultivating BeautyGardening in zone 7b in the Mid-Atlantic comes with the challenges of clay soil and deer along with the expected heat and humidity. Kamoya sees it as an invitation to learn about plants that can thrive under such pressure. She uses creative problem solving skills to cultivate a garden sanctuary which serves as an escape from her fast-paced life. It’s about connecting with nature, watching life unfold, and finding comfort in its simplicity.
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