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  • Starstruck Blue Star

    Amsonia 'Starstruck'

    (4)
    From $1999

  • Girard's Crimson Azalea

    Rhododendron x 'Girard's Crimson'

    (8)
    From $3386

  • Little Spire Russian Sage

    Salvia yangii 'Little Spire'

    (7)
    From $1999

  • Emerald Pink Creeping Phlox

    Phlox subulata 'Emerald Pink'

    (2)
    From $1999

  • Kansas Peony

    Paeonia lactiflora 'Kansas'

    (21)
    $7460

  • Tater Tot™ Arborvitae

    Thuja occidentalis 'Tater Tot'

    (15)
    From $7326

  • Morning Light Silver Grass

    Miscanthus sinensis 'Morning Light'

    (31)
    From $1999

  • Patriot Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium corymbosum 'Patriot'

    (14)
    $4063

  • Winterthur Viburnum

    Viburnum nudum 'Winterthur'

    (1)
    From $5427

  • Perpetua® Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium x 'Perpetua'

    (9)
    $4612

  • Happy Jack® Purple Clematis

    Clematis x 'Happy Jack Purple'

    (4)
    $2699

  • Pink Knock Out® Shrub Rose

    Rosa x 'Pink Knock Out'

    (4)
    From $2499

  • Tuff Stuff Ah - Ha® Hydrangea

    Hydrangea serrata 'Tuff Stuff Ah-Ha'

    (12)
    From $9058

  • Black Tartarian Cherry Tree

    Prunus avium 'Black Tartarian'

    (19)
    From $13838

  • Viking Black Chokeberry

    Aronia melanocarpa 'Viking'

    (2)
    From $1999

  • SunSparkler® Dazzleberry Sedum

    Sedum 'Dazzleberry'

    (3)
    From $1999

  • Summerific® Valentine's Crush Hardy Hibiscus

    Hibiscus x 'Valentine's Crush'

    (3)
    From $3499

  • Royal Frost™ Birch Tree

    Betula x 'Royal Frost'

    (3)
    $11499

  • Coral Knock Out® Shrub Rose

    Rosa 'Coral Knock Out'

    (6)
    From $1999

  • Little Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'Little Quick Fire'

    (17)
    From $2699

  • Top Hat Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium 'Top Hat'

    $4070
  • August Lady Peach (Prunus persica 'August Lady'), a tree featuring open, rounded form.

    August Lady Peach

    Prunus persica 'August Lady'

    (8)
    $6294

  • Sweet Sensation Snowberry

    Symphoricarpos x doorenbosii 'Kolmagics'

    $8625

  • Little Hottie® Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'Little Hottie'

    (16)
    From $7022

  • Lesser Calamint

    Calamintha nepeta subsp. nepeta

    (4)
    From $1999

  • Bluecrop Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium corymbosum 'Bluecrop'

    (14)
    $4067

  • Junior Walker™ Catmint

    Nepeta x faassenii 'Junior Walker'

    (4)
    From $1999

  • Moonbeam Coreopsis

    Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam'

    (11)
    From $1999

  • Creme Brulee Coreopsis

    Coreopsis 'Creme Brulee'

    (4)
    From $1999

  • Denim 'n Lace Russian Sage

    Salvia yangii 'Denim 'n Lace'

    (16)
    $3569

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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