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  • Sem Ash Leaf Spirea

    Sorbaria sorbifolia 'Sem'

    $8425

  • Pinky Pollen Ring™ Hydrangea

    Hydrangea arborescens 'SMHALP'

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    $8192

  • Poprocks® Petite Spirea

    Spiraea japonica 'Odessa'

    $6902
  • 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

  • Decadence® Pink Truffles False Indigo

    Baptisia 'Pink Truffles'

    $4411

  • Red Demon Azalea

    Rhododendron 'Red Demon'

    $9540

  • Lapins Cherry Tree

    Prunus avium 'Lapins'

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    Hydrangea arborescens 'SMNHAGOV'

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    Heuchera 'Black Forest Cake'

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    $4372
  • Twinkle Toes Lungwort (Pulmonaria x 'Twinkle Toes'), a perennial featuring blue, purple, pink flowers and perennial.

    Twinkle Toes Lungwort

    Pulmonaria x 'Twinkle Toes'

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  • Oso Easy® Italian Ice® Shrub Rose

    Rosa OSO EASY 'ChewNiceBell'

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    Lindera benzoin

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    Weigela florida 'Bokraspiwi' PP23781

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    Heuchera x 'Berry Timeless'

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    Hydrangea arborescens 'NCHA3'

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  • Annabelle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle'

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  • Creeping Thyme

    Thymus praecox 'Coccineus'

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    Hydrangea arborescens INCREDIBALL 'Abetwo'

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  • Sarah Bernhardt Peony

    Paeonia lactiflora 'Sarah Bernhardt'

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    $7456

  • Garden Candy™ All That Jazz™ Itoh Peony

    Paeonia × Itoh ‘All That Jazz’

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    $13828

  • Starstruck Blue Star

    Amsonia 'Starstruck'

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  • Jacob Cline Bee Balm

    Monarda didyma 'Jacob Cline'

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    $3317

  • Dwarf Flowering Almond

    Prunus glandulosa

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    $8125

  • Tuff Stuff Ah - Ha® Hydrangea

    Hydrangea serrata TUFF STUFF Ah Ha® 'SMNHSDD'

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    Juniperus horizontalis 'Blue Chip'

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    Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii 'Goldsturm'

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    Agastache foeniculum

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  • Little Volunteer Tulip Tree

    Liriodendron tulipifera 'Little Volunteer'

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    Phlox subulata 'Scarlet Flame'

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    Echinacea purpurea 'PAS702918'

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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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