Gardening Terms

Glossary of Terms

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zero tillage
Crop or garden establishment without prior soil tillage to conserve structure and moisture. Learn more.

zero waste gardening
A gardening philosophy that minimizes waste through composting, reuse, and efficient resource use. Learn more.

zinc deficiency (plants)
Insufficient zinc causing stunted growth and leaf chlorosis. Learn more.

zonate leaf spot
A fungal disease forming concentric ring patterns on leaves, characteristic of Gloeocercospora sorghi. Learn more.

zone (hardiness)
A classification based on minimum temperatures to indicate plant survivability. Learn more.

zygote
The diploid cell resulting from fertilization of an egg by a sperm. Learn more.