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Chetwynd's hardiness zones guide northern gardening challenges
The article describes Chetwynd in a northern climate as zone 1b on the plant hardiness map. It notes scarce 1 zone materials, Chinook winds thawing soil, short 100 day growing seasons requiring indoor starts, risks to annuals from light frosts, and microclimates in sheltered Pine Valley. Perennials in zone 3 thrive but winters threaten losses. long daylight hours boost growth and fruit sweetness. readers are directed to see further details on page 19.
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