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  • Annabelle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle'

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  • Vanilla Strawberry™ Panicle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'Vanilla Strawberry'

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  • Peach Flambe Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'Peach Flambe'

    (8)
    From $1999

  • Emerald Blue Creeping Phlox

    Phlox subulata 'Emerald Blue'

    (13)
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  • Popcorn Drift® Groundcover Rose

    Rosa 'Popcorn Drift'

    (7)
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  • Endless Summer® Summer Crush® Bigleaf Hydrangea

    Hydrangea macrophylla 'Summer Crush'

    (17)
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  • Flaming Carpet Sedum

    Sedum 'Flaming Carpet'

    (6)
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  • Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry

    Amelanchier x grandiflora 'Autumn Brilliance'

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  • Elijah Blue Fescue Grass

    Festuca glauca 'Elijah Blue'

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  • Little Goldstar Black - Eyed Susan

    Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii 'Little Goldstar'

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  • Weeping French Pussy Willow

    Salix caprea 'Pendula'

    (3)
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  • Twisty Baby Black Locust Tree

    Robinia pseudoacacia 'Twisty Baby'

    (2)
    $12271

  • Little Suzy Black - Eyed Susan

    Rudbeckia fulgida var. speciosa 'Viette's Little Suzy'

    (14)
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  • Peach Sorbet® Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium corymbosum 'Peach Sorbet'

    (9)
    $4612
  • EverColor® Everest™ Variegated Sedge Grass

    EverColor® Everest™ Variegated Sedge Grass

    Carex oshimensis 'EverColor Everest'

    (1)
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  • East Friesland Salvia

    Salvia nemorosa 'East Friesland'

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  • Vision In Purple Astilbe

    Astilbe chinensis 'Visions'

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  • Berry Smoothie Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'Berry Smoothie'

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  • Goldfinger Potentilla

    Potentilla fruticosa 'Goldfinger'

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  • Show Off® Forsythia

    Forsythia x intermedia 'Show Off'

    (14)
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  • Chicago Lustre Arrowwood Viburnum

    Viburnum dentatum 'Chicago Lustre'

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  • June Princess Nectarine (Prunus persica 'June Princess'), a tree featuring open, rounded form.

    June Princess Nectarine

    Prunus persica 'June Princess'

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  • Easy as Pie® Bush Cherry

    Prunus x 'Easy as Pie'

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  • Grape Lollipop™ Phlox

    Phlox paniculata 'Grape Lollipop'

    (3)
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  • Lakemont Seedless White Grape Vine

    Vitis 'Lakemont'

    (1)
    $3356

  • Tiny Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'Tiny Quick Fire'

    (17)
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  • Lesser Calamint

    Calamintha nepeta subsp. nepeta

    (4)
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    Hibiscus syriacus 'Blue Chiffon'

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  • Purple Dragon Dead Nettle

    Lamium maculatum 'Purple Dragon'

    (7)
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    Platycodon grandiflorus 'Sentimental Blue'

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Zone 5 Plants, Trees & Shrubs

Zone 5 Plants: America's Most Versatile Growing Zone

USDA Hardiness Zone 5 is one of the most widely represented zones in the country, covering a huge gardening population from the Midwest heartland through the Mid-Atlantic, much of Colorado, and the Pacific Northwest interior. With average annual minimums between -20°F and -10°F, Zone 5 offers the sweet spot: cold enough to provide necessary winter dormancy for temperate plants, warm enough to support an enormous variety of species.

This collection features our complete Zone 5 inventory, covering every tree, shrub, perennial, vine, and ground cover rated for Zone 5 performance. You will find one of the widest plant selections available in any hardiness zone.

What Thrives in Zone 5?

Flowering trees and shrubs are a Zone 5 strength. Magnolias, Dogwoods, Redbuds, Japanese Maples (many varieties are Zone 5 hardy), Hydrangeas of all types, and Lilacs all perform beautifully. Clematis vines for shade or sun, ornamental grasses, and a vast perennial palette make Zone 5 gardens endlessly designable.

Perennials that bloom all summer are in high demand for Zone 5, and this collection delivers. Coneflowers, Black-Eyed Susans, Salvia, Catmint, Daylilies, and repeat-blooming Roses keep color going from May through October. Cold hardy evergreen shrubs like Boxwood, Arborvitae, and Holly provide the structural bones.

Fruit trees and edibles including apple, peach, pear, cherry, and fig (with protection) all produce in Zone 5. Blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries thrive here.

Zone 5 Gardening Tips

Zone 5 gardeners can plant from late April through October in most years. Take advantage of the long season to establish new plantings, and use mulch to moderate soil temperature swings. Many Zone 5 locations get adequate rainfall, but supplemental watering during summer dry spells is critical for newly planted stock.

FAQ's for Buying Zone 5 Plants FAQs Online

What is USDA Hardiness Zone 5?
Zone 5 covers areas with average annual minimum temperatures between -20°F and -10°F. It spans the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, parts of Colorado, and the Pacific Northwest interior. Zone 5 is one of the most common growing zones in America, supporting an enormous range of plants.

What perennials bloom all summer in Zone 5?
Top summer-long bloomers for Zone 5 include Echinacea (Coneflower), Black-Eyed Susan, Salvia, Catmint, Daylilies, Blanket Flower, and repeat-blooming Roses. Deadheading mid-season encourages a second flush of blooms that carries color well into fall.

Can clematis grow in shade in Zone 5?
Yes. Several clematis varieties perform well in partial shade in Zone 5, including Sweet Autumn Clematis and many large-flowered hybrids. The classic rule is "head in the sun, feet in the shade," meaning clematis prefers cool, mulched roots with foliage reaching toward light.

When is the best time to plant in Zone 5?
Zone 5 offers a long planting window from late April through mid-October. Spring planting (April-June) and fall planting (September-October) are ideal. Avoid planting during peak summer heat in July-August unless you can provide consistent watering.

What are the best shade trees for Zone 5?
Popular Zone 5 shade trees include Red Maple, Sugar Maple, Northern Red Oak, Tulip Poplar, Sweetgum, and Honeylocust. For smaller spaces, Japanese Maple, Redbud, and Dogwood provide shade with ornamental value.
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