Having seen (on the rec.gardens newsgroup) the same question asked by different readers over time, I decided to put up this unofficial FAQ list.

What Zone am I in?

Check out these links!

Zone Locator (this one breaks your zone down into a and b of each zone -- more detail)
Another Zone Locator (this one lets you put in you zip code and tells you your zone)
One more Zone Locator (this one gives state by state maps)

 Where can I buy/trade bulbs/seeds/plants on line?

Try these links:

Garden Solutions
Garden.com
Geerlings Bulbs USA

If you want a ton more links to sort through, click here.

If you would like to check out a seed exchange, click here or click here.
 
 

Where can I get organic gardening materials and information?

Try this link for information
The Dirt Doctor

Try these links:

www.johnnyseeds.com
Peaceful Valley Farm Supply:
Seeds of Change
Gardens Alive

How can I control poison ivy?

Basically there are two methods.  Dig or posion.  For more info, read this article -- click here.

My lawn needs to be overhauled.  What should I do?

Long answer -- click here.

My tree needs to be fertilized.  What should I do?

Long answer -- click here.

What should I do about yellow jackets nesting in the ground?

Long answer -- click here.

How do I divide my perennials?

Long answer -- click here

What should I do with my perennials, now that fall is here?

Long answer -- click here

How should I store my bulbs that I lifted over the winter?

As a rule, bulbs should be stored above freezing, in a cool, dry, dark place.  Many people elect to store their bulbs in a box of saw dust, vermiculite, or peat moss.  To keep them dark, you may consider putting them in paper bags or closed boxes.  If you can store them in a dark place, you may consider using a left-over mesh onion bag.  Care should be taken to avoid damaging as many roots as possible that might exist on the bulbs.

What are the best methods for propagating plants from cuttings?

Try this link -- click here

Where can I get information on Azaleas and Rhododendrons?

Try this link -- click here

Can newspaper be used in compost?

Long answer -- click here.

My lawn is being invaded by mushrooms.  What should I do?

Long answer -- click here.

My lawn is being invaded by moss.  What should I do?

Long answer -- click here.