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  • Golden Creeping Jenny

    Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea'

    $2949

  • Common Milkweed

    Ascelpias syriaca

    (3)
    $3825

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    Picea abies

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  • Illuminati Sparks™ Mock Orange

    Philadelphus coronarius 'Illuminati Sparks'

    $2614

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    Heuchera 'Red Lightning' PP27,767

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  • Artisan™ Soft Orange Coneflower

    Echinacea x 'PAS1308374'

    $3831

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    Baptisia australis

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    Buxus x 'Green Gem'

    (3)
    From $2219

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    Clematis 'Jackmanii Superba'

    (3)
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    Sambucus nigra 'Eva'

    (5)
    From $2668

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    Yucca filamentosa

    (5)
    $5696

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    Hydrangea p. 'Little Lime'

    (557)
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    Alchemilla mollis 'Thriller'

    From $1699

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    Sedum 'Lime Zinger'

    From $1699

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    Hydrangea arborescens 'NCHA3'

    (557)
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  • Neptune Catmint (Nepeta kubanica 'Bokratune'), a perennial featuring blue, purple flowers and perennial.

    Neptune Catmint

    Nepeta kubanica 'Bokratune'

    $3301

  • Goat's Beard

    Aruncus dioicus

    $3521

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    Cercis canadensis

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    (21)
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    Hydrangea macrophylla 'Bailmacfive'

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    Salvia nemorosa 'Blue Marvel'

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    Liriodendron tulipifera 'Little Volunteer'

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    Philadelphus coronarius 'SMNPVG'

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    Rosa x 'Reminiscent Crema'

    $2614

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    Syringa x 'Bloomerang® Dark Purple'

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    Rosa 'Meiggili'

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    Achillea millefolium 'Strawberry Seduction'

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    Heuchera 'Peach Flambe'

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    Twinkle Toes Lungwort

    Pulmonaria x 'Twinkle Toes'

    (1)
    From $1582
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    Sombrero® Lemon Yellow Coneflower

    Echinacea x 'Balsomemyim'

    (1)
    $1699

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    Thuja occidentalis 'Art Boe'

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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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