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If you’re confused about what to plant now, you’re not alone. Rapidly shifting climate conditions, from drought to floods and fires to ice storms, have many of us rethinking our approach to gardening. I asked industry experts across the country to share their perspectives, and several themes emerged about stewarding beautiful, resilient landscapes in the years ahead. Wherever you live, you’ll find strategies to apply in your garden.
Be Your Garden’s Detective
“Gardeners need to keep learning and being curious. If a plant is struggling, start acting like a detective,” said Brooke Edmunds, Oregon State University extension agent and Master Gardener lead in the state’s Marion and Polk counties.
“Gardeners attuned to their conditions will continue asking foundational questions,” she said. “Is it something with the soil? Is it not in quite the right