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Every state has an official state tree—and Nevada has two! Do you know which tree your state picked?

Every state has an official state flower—some chosen for beauty, others chosen for hardiness in the location. Find out your state's flower here, and consider incorporating some state pride into your garden design.

These Are the Most Popular Flowers in Each State

Don't know what to plant next? Check out the most popular flower in your state—you may be surprised!

How to Start a Cactus Garden

Whether grown as houseplants or outdoors, cactus plants add plenty of interest to your home—especially when featured as a collection. Here's a brief guide to growing these easy-care plants.

USDA Hardiness Zone Map

Use this map to find your USDA Hardiness Zone, a great guide to help you select plants that will thrive in your yard and planting zone.

Winter Care of Kimberly Ferns

I live in Zone 8. Do I need to dig up ferns to overwinter before frost? They are doing great, and I would hate to have to remove and pot them. Any special care required if I can leave them in ground? Also, I planted some astilbe from bulb this spring but none have flowered. They are planted under a persimmon tree. Plants are only about 4-5 inches high! Did I plant them too deep?

What's the Best Shade Tree for Zone 10 in Southern California?

I live in Cypress, California, Zone 10. I am looking for a tree that offers shade, but has a small base. We recently had a plantain tree knock over the wall in our yard because it got WAY too big! I also don't want trees that get too root heavy, like a Ficus.