About Rita's Garden Path

Our Story

We're gardeners, just like you. We've experienced the excitement of planting something new, only to watch it struggle through the winter—or worse, not make it at all. We've learned the hard way that choosing plants suited to your climate isn't just helpful, it's essential.

That's why we created Rita's Garden Path: to help gardeners make smarter choices from the start, saving time, money, and heartbreak along the way.

What We Offer

At the heart of Rita's Garden Path is our interactive USDA Hardiness Zone Map. We're excited to offer this free tool to help you quickly identify your growing zone and discover which plants will thrive in your specific climate.

Beyond the map, you'll find:

• A searchable library of 7,000+ plants, organized by hardiness zone, sun exposure, and bloom time
• Weekly gardening tips, seasonal inspiration, and plant care advice in our blog
• Free downloadable resources like coloring books, gardening guides, and planning tools

Why Hardiness Zones Matter

The USDA Hardiness Zone Map is your secret weapon for successful gardening. It tells you the average annual minimum winter temperature for your area—critical information when choosing perennials, shrubs, and trees that need to survive your coldest months.

When you know your zone, you can confidently pick plants that are meant to thrive where you garden, not just survive. It's the difference between a garden that flourishes year after year and one that requires constant replacement and frustration.

Our Mission

We believe gardening should be joyful, not stressful. Our mission is to empower gardeners with the knowledge and tools they need to create beautiful, thriving gardens that work with nature, not against it.

Whether you're planting your first seedlings or planning a complete garden overhaul, we're here to guide you every step of the way.

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We're excited to be part of your gardening journey. Here's to gardens that grow, bloom, and thrive—right where you are. 🌱