Alaska Gardener's Handbook
Alaska Gardener's Handbook

Alaska Gardener's Handbook


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Alaska has a varied climate, spanning from polar to subarctic, across its extensive territory. Numerous distinct climate zones, each with its own characteristics, comprise the territory. A synopsis follows:
- Arctic Coastal Plain: Boasting an Arctic climate, this area is distinguished by its extended, frigid winters and brief, temperate summers. Temperatures can frequently fall below zero for the majority of the year. Although precipitation is scarce, snowfall occurs frequently.
- Interior Alaska: Characterized by a subarctic climate, this region experiences frigid winters and brief, mild summers. Winter months may experience temperatures well below zero, whereas summer months may see temperatures soar into the seventies and, on occasion, the eighties Fahrenheit. The region experiences significant temperature fluctuations throughout the year and receives little precipitation.
- Southcentral Alaska: The Gulf of Alaska influences the maritime climate of this region. In comparison to other regions of the state, winters are comparatively temperate, with average temperatures remaining above zero.
Although summers are cooler than those in the interior, temperatures between the 50s and 70s Fahrenheit can still be quite agreeable. Precipitation is notably heavier in coastal regions of Alaska when compared to other areas of the state.
- Southeast Alaska: Located in close proximity to the Pacific Ocean and characterized by the presence of coastal mountains, this region is classified as the Inside Passage and experiences a temperate rainforest climate. Infrequently do temperatures fall below zero during the winter, whereas summers are cool and wet. Year-round precipitation contributes to the development of verdant vegetation and dense forests.
- Aleutian Islands: The year-round moderate temperatures and maritime climate of these islands are a result of the North Pacific Ocean and the Aleutian Low Pressure system. Winters are characterized by temperate temperatures that seldom fall below freezing, whereas summers are foggy and chilly. Heavy precipitation is prevalent and occurs frequently on an annual basis.
- Kodiak Island: Analogous to the Aleutian Islands, Kodiak Island maintains a temperate maritime climate throughout the year. Temperatures remain above freezing throughout the winter, whereas summers are cool and relatively damp. Particularly prevalent during the summer months is fog.
The unique and dynamic environment of Alaska is a reflection of its varied geography and weather patterns, which are reflected in its climate zones.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9798322769897
  • Publisher: Amazon Digital Services LLC - Kdp
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Sub Title: The Ultimate Gardening Secrets And Climate-Confronting Wisdom For Alaska Unforgiving Terrain
  • Width: 127 mm
  • ISBN-10: 832276989X
  • Publisher Date: 13 Apr 2024
  • Height: 203 mm
  • No of Pages: 108
  • Spine Width: 6 mm
  • Weight: 163 gr


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