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  • Variegated Solomon's Seal

    Polygonatum odoratum 'Variegatum'

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  • Red Maple Tree

    Acer rubrum

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    $9790

  • Quaking Aspen Tree

    Populus tremuloides 'Quaking'

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  • Luna™ Rose Hardy Hibiscus (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Luna Rose'), a perennial featuring red, pink flowers and perennial.

    Luna™ Rose Hardy Hibiscus

    Hibiscus moscheutos 'Luna Rose'

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  • Little Miss Sunshine Sedum

    Sedum 'Little Miss Sunshine' PP30,039

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  • Sugar Maple Tree

    Acer saccharum

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    $9790

  • Stained Glass Hosta

    Hosta 'Stained Glass'

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  • Helene Von Stein Lambs Ear

    Stachys byzantina 'Helene Von Stein'

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    $2969
  • Chocolate Shogun Astilbe (Astilbe thunbergii 'Chocolate Shogun'), a perennial featuring pink, white flowers and perennial.

    Chocolate Shogun Astilbe

    Astilbe thunbergii 'Chocolate Shogun'

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  • Standing Ovation Little Bluestem

    Schizachyrium scoparium 'Standing Ovation'

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  • Chicago Lustre Arrowwood Viburnum

    Viburnum dentatum 'Synnestvedt'

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    $8192

  • Arctic Fire® Red Redosier Dogwood

    Cornus sericea 'Farrow'

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  • PowWow® Wild Berry Coneflower

    PowWow® Wild Berry Coneflower

    Echinacea purpurea 'Pas702917'

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  • Flaming Carpet Sedum

    Sedum 'Flaming Carpet'

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  • American Persimmon Tree

    Diospyros virginiana

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  • Little Lime® Hydrangea Tree Form

    Hydrangea paniculata 'Jane'

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  • Happy Face® Orange Potentilla

    Potentilla fruticosa 'Minporoug01'

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  • Blue Jean Baby Russian Sage

    Salvia yangii 'Blue Jean Baby'

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  • Common Purple Lilac

    Syringa vulgaris

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    $7459

  • Techny Arborvitae

    Thuja occidentalis 'Techny'

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  • American Gold Rush Black-Eyed Susan

    American Gold Rush Black - Eyed Susan

    Rudbeckia 'American Gold Rush'

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  • All the Buzz Allium

    Allium 'All the Buzz'

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  • Prairifire Flowering Crabapple Tree

    Malus x 'Prairifire'

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  • Blue Bouquetta Meadow Sage

    Salvia nemorosa 'ALKLF' PP28,393

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  • Sargent Flowering Crabapple Tree

    Malus sargentii

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    Robinia pseudoacacia 'Purple Robe'

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  • Danica Globe Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis 'Danica'), a shrub featuring dense, pyramidal form.

    Danica Globe Arborvitae

    Thuja occidentalis 'Danica'

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    $9324

  • Cornelian Cherry

    Cornus mas

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    Festuca glauca 'Casca11'

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    Sambucus canadensis 'Adams'

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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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