planting

noun

plant·​ing ˈplan-tiŋ 

: an area where plants are grown for commercial or decorative purposes

also : the plants grown in such an area

Examples of planting in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Typically, sweet basil, such as Genovese basil or Thai basil, is selected for companion planting, largely because these varieties are the most common types of basil used in cooking. —Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Aug. 2025

Perfect for newcomers to Florida or anyone new to vegetable gardening, this workshop will guide you through the basics—from understanding Florida’s unique planting seasons to learning simple, effective steps for starting your own backyard garden. —Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2025

New York City’s tree planting efforts in some areas failed to anticipate where trees could be successfully planted. —Dan O'Brien, The Conversation, 11 Aug. 2025

Leucothoe looks stunning massed in garden beds and woodland plantings. —Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1535, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for planting

• canting
• chanting
• granting
• panting
• ranting
• slanting
• decanting
• enchanting
• implanting
• replanting
• supplanting
• transplanting