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  • Lime Marmalade Coral Bells

    Heuchera x 'Lime Marmalade' PP21,861

    (2)
    $4375

  • Ground Hug® Chokeberry

    Aronia melanocarpa 'UCONNAM012'

    (1)
    $2614

  • Sweet Talker® Fragrant Viburnum

    Viburnum x 'Sweet Talker'

    (3)
    $2799

  • Francee Hosta

    Hosta fourtunei 'Francee'

    (1)
    $2764

  • Reminiscent® Crema Rose

    Rosa x 'Reminiscent Crema'

    $2614

  • Urban Apple® Tangy Green™ Columnar Apple Tree

    Malus x 'AK-98'

    15% off
    $10554 $12417

  • Northern Exposure™ Purple Coral Bells

    Heuchera x 'TNHEUNEP'

    (1)
    $4386

  • Vision In Purple Astilbe

    Astilbe chinensis 'Visions'

    (2)
    From $3431

  • BerryBux® Blueberry

    Vaccinium corymbosum 'BerryBux'

    $4612

  • Purple de Oro Daylily

    Hemerocallis 'Purple De Oro'

    (2)
    $3170

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    Syringa 'Bloomerang Ballet'

    (2)
    From $8159

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    Hemerocallis 'Happy Returns'

    From $3117

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    Gaillardia aristata 'Spintop Yellow Touch'

    (1)
    From $3179

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    Juniperus x pfitzeriana 'Old Gold'

    From $8475

  • Jelly Bean® Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium corymbosum 'Jelly Bean'

    $4612

  • Variegata Japanese Iris

    Iris ensata 'Variegata'

    (2)
    $3572

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    Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'SMNSHSO'

    (1)
    From $8903

  • Amethyst Kiss™ Spiderwort

    Tradescantia 'Radtrad'

    (1)
    $3025

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    Astilbe chinensis 'Vision in White'

    (1)
    $3427

  • Caesars Brother Siberian Iris

    Iris sibirica 'Caesar's Brother'

    (1)
    $3562

  • Sweet Emotion Blaze® Abelia

    Abelia mosanensis 'SMNAMW'

    From $2699
  • White Turtlehead (Chelone glabra), a perennial featuring white flowers and perennial.

    White Turtlehead

    Chelone glabra

    From $3478

  • Braeburn Apple Tree

    Malus 'Braeburn'

    15% off
    $5902 $6943

  • Gemo St. Johns Wort

    Hypericum kalmianum 'Gemo'

    (3)
    $5904

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    Rhododendron x 'Roseum Elegans'

    (1)
    From $9724

  • Bloomables® New Age™ White Lilac

    Syringa vulgaris 'G13103'

    (2)
    $8641

  • Sapphire Indigo™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Cleminov 51'

    $5828

  • Cherry On Top™ Sorbaria

    Sorbaria sorbifolia 'Bococot'

    (1)
    $5828

  • Bridgewater™ Clematis

    Clematis 'EviGsy155'

    (1)
    $6743

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    Athyrium filix-femina 'Dre's Dagger'

    (2)
    $3439

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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