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  • Shadowland® Waterslide Hosta

    Hosta SHADOWLAND 'Waterslide'

    (1)
    $3435

  • Peach Flambe Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'Peach Flambe'

    (9)
    From $1999

  • Swamp White Oak

    Quercus bicolor

    (15)
    $6364

  • Sally™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Sally'

    (2)
    $6743

  • Kashmir Shrub Rose

    Rosa 'Kashmir'

    (5)
    $6635

  • Sugar Maple Tree

    Acer saccharum

    (30)
    $9790

  • Gold Lace Juniper Bush

    Juniperus chinensis 'Gold Lace'

    (2)
    $9357

  • Boulevard® Edda™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Edda'

    $6743

  • Sum and Substance Hosta

    Hosta x 'Sum and Substance'

    (5)
    $2967

  • Rise Up® Ringo Climbing Rose

    Rosa x 'Rise Up Ringo'

    (1)
    $2649

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    Diervilla x 'Kodiak Fresh'

    From $4229

  • Hoary Vervain

    Verbena stricta

    $3442

  • Flat - tery™ Boxwood

    Buxus x 'Flat-tery'

    $10223

  • Goat's Beard

    Aruncus dioicus

    $3521
  • Scarlet Oak Tree (Quercus coccinea), a tree featuring green flowers and deciduous.

    Scarlet Oak Tree

    Quercus coccinea

    (1)
    $9790

  • American Hornbeam

    Carpinus caroliniana

    (5)
    From $12500

  • Chocolate Chip Ajuga

    Ajuga reptans 'Chocolate Chip'

    (10)
    From $1999

  • Peachy Knock Out® Shrub Rose

    Rosa 'Peachy Knock Out'

    (3)
    From $1999

  • Rapido Blue Carpathian Bellflower

    Campanula carpatica 'Rapido Blue'

    (3)
    From $4299

  • Wine & Spirits® Weigela

    Weigela florida 'Wine & Spirits'

    (18)
    From $4312

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    Hemerocallis 'Pardon Me'

    From $3124

  • Flame® Pro Cerise Garden Phlox

    Phlox paniculata 'Pro Cerise'

    From $1999

  • Redbud Crabapple Tree

    Malus zumi 'Calocarpa'

    (1)
    $6943

  • Bridgewater™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Bridgewater'

    (1)
    $6743

  • Decadence® Pink Truffles False Indigo

    Baptisia 'Pink Truffles'

    $4411

  • Liberty Hosta

    Hosta 'Liberty'

    (1)
    $3481

  • Culvers Root

    Veronicastrum virginicum

    (1)
    $3563
  • Delilah™ Bicolor Magenta Dianthus (Dianthus plumarius ‘Bicolor Magenta’), a perennial featuring purple, red flowers and perennial.

    Delilah™ Bicolor Magenta Dianthus

    Dianthus plumarius 'Bicolor Magenta'

    $2952

  • Twisty Baby Black Locust Tree

    Robinia pseudoacacia 'Twisty Baby'

    (2)
    $12271

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    Hibiscus 'Airbrush Effect'

    (3)
    From $5250

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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