I went shopping today and got flowers for my garden.
Cool. I like flowers too. Did you hear about the 7 year trial of lavender in the Chicago Botanic Garden?
I have not. What is it about?
It was for testing of those plants and see whether they can survive in the northern cold weather.
How interesting. In Oregon, lavender grows really well and is seen in many yards and landscapes. 
Yeah, I think Oregon is closer to the ocean and it is in a different zone. Chicago is in the USDA Hardness Zone 5b. 
Yes it borders the Pacific Ocean. The climate of Oregon ranges so much that the USDA Hardiness Zones range from 4b to 9b.
Yes, it is totally different from Chicago. Totally there are 13 zones.
Do you garden or have planters of flowers?
Yes, I have roses in my front yard. I love them.
I love roses! Do you know what kind they are?