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  • Rheinland Astilbe

    Astilbe x arendsii 'Rheinland'

    (2)
    $3143

  • Fanal Astilbe

    Astilbe x arendsii 'Fanal'

    (1)
    $3156

  • Pardon Me Daylily

    Hemerocallis 'Pardon Me'

    From $3124

  • Compact Hinoki False Cypress

    Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Compacta'

    $8604

  • Peachy Knock Out® Shrub Rose

    Rosa 'Radgor'

    (1)
    From $3777

  • Prolific Hardy Kiwi

    Actinidia arguta 'Prolific'

    $8344

  • Gibraltar Azalea

    Rhododendron 'Gibraltar'

    (2)
    $9540

  • Flame® Pro Cerise Garden Phlox

    Phlox paniculata 'Pro Cerise'

    From $1699

  • Sunseekers™ Sweet Fuchsia Coneflower

    Echinacea × ‘Ifecssswfu’ PP 35,709

    (2)
    From $3777

  • Holden's™ Pink Flare Rhododendron

    Rhododendron 'HoldenRhodo201' PP33,594

    (1)
    $10939

  • Black Hat® Rhododendron

    Rhododendron x 'NCRX2'

    (2)
    From $2614

  • Czechmark Trilogy® Weigela

    Weigela florida 'VUKOZGemini'

    (1)
    $2614

  • Water Iris Versicolor

    Iris versicolor

    (1)
    $3038

  • Peach Blossom Astilbe

    Astilbe x 'Peach Blossom'

    $3147

  • Double Pardon Me Daylily

    Hemerocallis 'Double Pardon Me'

    $4109

  • Sally™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Evipo077'

    (2)
    $6743

  • Bedazzled Lavender Hybrid Spring Phlox

    Phlox subulata 'Bedazzled Lavender' PP 31,168

    $3474

  • Spice Island™ Korean Spice Viburnum

    Viburnum carlesii 'Select A'

    $10023

  • Tumaini™ Clematis

    Clematis 'EviGsy151'

    (1)
    $6743
  • Sweet Daisy™ Jane Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum 'Jane'), a perennial featuring yellow, white flowers and perennial.

    Sweet Daisy™ Jane Shasta Daisy

    Leucanthemum x superbum 'Jane'

    (1)
    $1699
  • Rosy Returns Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Rosy Returns'), a perennial featuring red, pink flowers and perennial.

    Rosy Returns Daylily

    Hemerocallis 'Rosy Returns'

    (1)
    $3167

  • Great Blue Lobelia

    Lobelia siphilitica

    $3136

  • Forever Emerald™ Inkberry

    Ilex glabra 'Alexander'

    $8425

  • Karen Azalea

    Rhododendron x 'Karen'

    (1)
    From $3379

  • Arctic Fire® Yellow Twig Dogwood

    Cornus sericea 'SMNCSBD'

    $2899

  • WorryFree® Crimson Cutie® Barberry

    Berberis thunbergii 'UCONNBTCP4N' PP30095

    $7556

  • Northern Exposure™ Black Coral Bells

    Heuchera x 'TNHEUNEB' PP30583

    $4429

  • Hot Lips Turtlehead

    Chelone lyonii 'Hot Lips'

    $3258

  • My Monet® Weigela

    Weigela florida 'Verweig'

    From $4370

  • Mr. Poppins® Winterberry Holly

    Ilex verticillata 'Farrowmrp'

    (2)
    $2659

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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