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  • Northern Exposure™ Sienna Coral Bells

    Heuchera x 'TNHEUNESI'

    $4386

  • Happy Face® Pink Paradise Potentilla

    Potentilla fruticosa HAPPY FACE 'Kupinpa'

    $2614

  • Maui Buttercups Hosta

    Hosta 'Maui Butttercups'

    $2958
  • Nectar Ninja Hyssop (Hyssopus 'Scentastic Blue'), a plant featuring blue flowers and perennial.

    Nectar Ninja Hyssop

    Hyssopus 'Scentastic Blue'

    (2)
    $4396

  • Sunjoy® Mini Saffron Barberry

    Berberis thunbergii 'Kasia'

    From $7692

  • First Frost Hosta

    Hosta 'First Frost'

    $3100

  • Woodward Arborvitae

    Thuja occidentalis 'Woodwardii'

    45% off
    $5275 $9590

  • Holden's™ Fuchsia Rhododendron

    Rhododendron 'HoldenRhodo213' PP34,541

    (1)
    $10939

  • Big Bluestem Grass

    Andropogon gerardii

    $5870

  • Berry Scape® Red Aronia

    Aronia arbutifolia 'UCONNAA001'

    $2696

  • Contorted Hinoki False Cypress

    Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Contorta'

    $13237

  • Korean Rhododendron

    Rhodendron yedoense var.poukhanense 'Compact'

    $9091

  • Bronze Wave Coral Bells

    Heuchera villosa 'Bronze Wave'

    (1)
    $3757

  • Little Angel Burnet

    Sanguisorba officinalis var. microcephala 'Little Angel'

    $4172

  • Berry Heavy® Gold Winterberry

    Ilex verticillata 'Berry Heavy Gold'

    $2659

  • Purple Pavement Rose

    Rosa rugosa 'Purple Pavement'

    (1)
    $8874

  • Bubbly Wine® Weigela

    Weigela florida 'FLORACLAR' PP35,328

    From $2614

  • Kodiak Spiced™ Diervilla

    Diervilla x 'SMNDSF'

    $2699

  • Prairie Blues Little Bluestem Grass

    Schizachyrium scoparium 'Prairie Blues'

    $5884

  • Purpleleaf Sand Cherry

    Prunus x cistena

    $6494

  • Oso Easy™ Urban Legend™ Shrub Rose

    Rosa x 'ChewPatout'

    $2614

  • Red Gnome Dogwood

    Cornus alba 'Regnzam'

    (2)
    $8458

  • Rosie Josie Joe - Pye Weed

    Eupatorium x 'Rosie Josie'

    (1)
    $5644

  • Minnetonka Rhododendron

    Rhododendron 'Minnetonka'

    (1)
    $3996

  • Primo® Pistachio Ambrosia Coral Bells

    Heuchera x 'Pistachio Ambrosia'

    $4276

  • Knock Out® Easy Bee-zy™ Shrub Rose

    Rosa ‘SRPylwko’ PP35,465

    From $6311

  • Chivette Chives

    Allium 'Chivette'

    $4022

  • Bedazzled Pink Hybrid Spring Phlox

    Phlox hybrid ‘Bedazzled Pink’ PP32,063

    $3464
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    Sombrero® Fiesta Orange Coneflower

    Echinacea x 'Balsomstor'

    $3899

  • China Boy® Holly

    Ilex x meserveae 'Mesdob'

    (1)
    $9158

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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