Question: People who live in warm zones (10, 11) what do you miss growing that we can in colder climates?

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ForwardPlant Team · Accepted Answer

As a botanist in a warm zone (10, 11), I often miss the unique beauty and hardiness of plants that thrive in colder climates. The vibrant autumn foliage of maples and oaks, the delicate blossoms of lilacs and peonies, and the fragrant bounty of many apple varieties are truly missed. These plants often require a period of dormancy, a "chilling" requirement, that our mild winters simply cannot provide, limiting their growth and fruit production in our regions.

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