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  • Kodiak® Red Bush Honeysuckle

    Diervilla x 'G2X885411'

    From $2614

  • Yellow Delicious Apple Tree

    Malus domestica 'Yellow Delicious'

    Up to 40% off
    From $5053 $8422

  • Fireworks Goldenrod

    Solidago rugosa 'Fireworks'

    $3485

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    Castanea mollissima

    Up to 10% off
    From $10415 $11572

  • Zeus Hop

    Humulus lupulus 'Zeus'

    $5250

  • Canary Feathers Corydalis

    Corydalis 'Canary Feathers'

    (3)
    $4779

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    Astilbe chinensis 'Vision in Pink'

    (1)
    From $3426

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    Potentilla fruticosa 'SMNPPS'

    From $2614

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    Hemerocallis 'Stella de Oro'

    (1)
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    Rosa 'BAImir'

    (3)
    $6635

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    Heuchera micrantha 'Palace Purple'

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    From $1699

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    Hosta 'Stained Glass'

    (1)
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    Hosta 'Whirlwind'

    $3665

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    Andropogon gerardii 'Blackhawks'

    (3)
    From $3730

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    Packera aurea

    $3375

  • Regal® Diamantina™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Evipo039'

    (2)
    $6743

  • Prairie Sky Hosta

    Hosta 'Prairie Sky'

    $3653
  • New York Fern (Thelypteris noveboracensis), a perennial featuring perennial and erect form.

    New York Fern

    Thelypteris noveboracensis

    (1)
    $3817

  • Husker Red Penstemon

    Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red'

    $3406

  • Curtain Call Deep Rose Japanese Anemone

    Anemone x 'Curtain Call Deep Rose'

    $3552

  • Iceberg Alley® Sageleaf Willow

    Salix candida 'Jefberg'

    (2)
    $8109

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    Malus 'Jonathan'

    10% off
    (4)
    $9234 $10260

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    Clematis 'EviGsy154'

    (1)
    $6743

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    Rosa 'BAItown'

    (1)
    $6638
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    City Slicker® Birch Tree

    Betula nigra 'Whit XXV' PP16,573

    $6515

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    Lamium maculatum 'Purple Dragon'

    (7)
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    Rosa 'Meidrifora'

    (5)
    From $3899

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    Allium 'Medusa'

    From $4021

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    Tradescantia 'Sweet Kate'

    (2)
    $3170

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    Astilbe x 'Dark Side of the Moon'

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    $3992

Zone 4 Plants, Trees & Shrubs

Zone 4 Plants: Cold Hardy Performers for Northern Gardens

USDA Hardiness Zone 4 spans a broad swath of northern America, from southern Minnesota and Wisconsin through much of New England, northern Iowa, and parts of the Mountain West. With average annual minimums between -30°F and -20°F, Zone 4 gardens experience serious winter cold but enjoy a generous growing season that supports an impressive range of plants.

This collection features every tree, shrub, perennial, and vine in our inventory rated for Zone 4 performance. Our horticulture team has verified each selection to ensure it does not just survive Zone 4 winters but actively thrives, delivering strong growth, reliable blooms, and lasting landscape value.

What Thrives in Zone 4?

Cold hardy magnolia trees are a Zone 4 gardener's secret weapon. Varieties like Ann Magnolia and Merrill Magnolia deliver breathtaking spring blooms even after harsh winters. Ornamental trees like Japanese Lilac, Redbud, and Flowering Crabapple add layers of seasonal color.

Cold hardy perennials form the backbone of Zone 4 gardens. Hydrangeas (especially Annabelle and paniculata types), Peonies, Lavender, Echinacea, and ornamental grasses like Karl Foerster all return reliably. For privacy and year-round structure, Arborvitae, Spruce, and Boxwood are proven performers.

Cold hardy fruit trees including apple, pear, plum, and cherry varieties produce excellent harvests in Zone 4. Blueberries, raspberries, and cold-tolerant grape vines round out the edible garden.

Zone 4 Gardening Tips

Plant in spring after frost danger passes (usually early to mid-May) or in early fall for root establishment before freeze. Mulch generously and consider windbreak plantings for exposed sites. Zone 4 offers enough growing season for two flushes of bloom from many perennials if you deadhead mid-season.

FAQ's for Buying Zone 4 Plants FAQs Online

What is USDA Hardiness Zone 4?
Zone 4 is defined by average annual minimum winter temperatures between -30°F and -20°F. It spans southern Minnesota, Wisconsin, much of New England, northern Iowa, and Mountain West valleys. Zone 4 gardens get cold winters but enjoy a productive growing season from May through October.

Can you grow magnolia trees in Zone 4?
Yes. Several cold hardy magnolia varieties thrive in Zone 4, including Ann Magnolia, Merrill Magnolia, and Star Magnolia. These deliver stunning spring blooms and have been bred specifically for northern climates with temperatures reaching -30°F.

What are the best perennials for Zone 4?
Top Zone 4 perennials include Hydrangeas (Annabelle, Limelight), Peonies, Echinacea (Coneflower), Daylilies, Hosta, Black-Eyed Susan, Russian Sage, and Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass. These provide reliable color from spring through fall with minimal maintenance.

When should I plant in Zone 4?
The ideal planting windows for Zone 4 are mid-May through June (after last frost) and September through early October (fall planting). Spring planting gives the full growing season for establishment, while fall planting lets roots develop before winter dormancy.

What fruit trees grow in Zone 4?
Zone 4 supports a wide variety of fruit trees including apple (Honeycrisp, McIntosh), pear (Bartlett, Luscious), plum (Mount Royal, Toka), and sour cherry (North Star, Montmorency). Hardy blueberry, raspberry, and grape varieties also produce well in Zone 4.
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