Garden Variety. Vegetation zones, also called hardiness zones, are smaller, more-detailed vegetation regions. Vegetation zones divide land according to temperature and precipitation. Most gardeners look at a map of vegetation zones before planting any flowers, trees, or vegetables. read more
In the upper parts there are distinct vegetation belts. In the meadows and at the feet of the impressive trees you can find many interesting plants: ferns, lycopods, violets, gentians, orchids and rarities like the daphne, Aconitum firmum, and mountain speedwell. read more
Distinctive climates determine the type of vegetation and animal species found in particular places around the world. These resources explore and explain this concept. read more
Vegetation zones, also called hardiness zones, are smaller, more-detailed vegetation regions. Vegetation zones divide land according to temperature and precipitation. Most gardeners look at a map of vegetation zones before planting any flowers, trees, or vegetables. read more