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Hardiness Zone FAQ

Easily determine what plants, shrubs and trees grow best in your area by knowing your hardiness zone!  Hardiness zones are defined by conditions such as minimum temperatures, and determine which specific category of plant life is capable of growing and thriving there.

What are Hardiness Zones?

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The United States and Canada are divided into 11 plant hardiness zones based on a 10 degree Fahrenheit difference in the average annual minimum temperature.

How Do I Determine My Hardiness Zone?

The United States Department of Agriculture has a map which can assist you in determining your hardiness zone.  View the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map here.

What Does “Suitable Hardiness” Mean?

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Suitable hardiness means a plant which can be expected to grow in the zone’s temperature extremes; this is determined by the lowest average annual temperature. (via arborday.org)

Are There Other Factors That Affect Plant Survival Aside From Hardiness Zone Limitations?

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Yes!  Soil moisture, humidity, the number of days of frost and risk evaluation such as the probability of a severe low temperature should all be taken into account.

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For more information, read our blog, “Hardiness Zones” here.  For assistance in determining the best plant health care for your garden or landscape, request a consultation from Westchester Tree Life here.

Plant Health Care: The Solution

Creating a plant health care plan with one of Westchester Tree Life’s certified arborists will alleviate any stress you have regarding the care of your plants and trees!  In the past, have you had questions concerning discolored leaves, dead branches or early leaf drop?  Westchester Tree Life’s arborists are here to provide you with peace of mind and a solution:  plant health care management.

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What is a Plant Health Care plan and how can it help me?

Professional tree care provided from a certified arborist is valuable when searching to identify a plant’s anomoly in appearance or health.  While sometimes the cause of concern may be a minor problem which may easily be explained and corrected, occasionally problems are more complex.  When the problem is not easily fixable, Westchester Tree Life can assist you in mapping out a treatment remedy, or plant health care management plan!

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Why contact an arborist for a Plant Health Care management plan?

Westchester Tree Life’s team of professional arborists are certified in the proper safety training needed to take on difficult and potentially-dangerous tasks!  Our team has the experience and training necessary to detect potential tree and shrub issues before they become life-threatening or hazardous.

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You should consult with an arborist because . . .

Consulting with an arborist when mapping out your landscape can prevent a lot of stress.  Plant health care management is the key to cultivating a healthy and beautiful landscape.  Westchester Tree Life’s arborists know that great plant health care management includes multiple variables such as soil, tree roots, shrubs and bedding plants; all of these factors intermingle and compete for water and nutrients.  This is why lawn treatments, such as fertilizers and herbicides, can impact the appearance and health of your tree!

2015 is the perfect time to start your plant health care management plan with our team of certified arborists.  Remember, the difference between a team of landscapers and professional arborists is the knowledge and safety training!

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