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  • Illuminati Arch® Mockorange

    Philadelphus coronarius 'Illuminati Arch'

    (3)
    $8258
  • Tsuma Gaki Japanese Maple

    Tsuma Gaki Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Tsuma Gaki'

    (46)
    $12002

  • Paint The Town Magenta Dianthus

    Dianthus x 'Paint the Town Magenta'

    (4)
    From $3428

  • Emerald 'N Gold Wintercreeper Euonymus

    Euonymus fortunei 'Emerald n Gold'

    (8)
    $6675

  • Blue Moon Woodland Phlox

    Phlox divaricata 'Blue Moon'

    (1)
    $3582

  • Blackhawks Big Bluestem

    Andropogon gerardii 'Blackhawks'

    (2)
    From $3730

  • EverColor® Everlime Variegated Sedge Grass

    Carex oshimensis 'Everlime'

    $3733

  • Early Brilliance™ Magenta Bergenia

    Bergenia 'Magenta'

    $3841

  • Buttonbush

    Cephalanthus occidentalis

    (3)
    $5632

  • Renaissance Spirea

    Spiraea vanhouttei 'Renaissance'

    (5)
    From $4312

  • Bridal Veil® Astilbe

    Astilbe x arendsii 'Bridal Veil'

    $3153

  • Elpis™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Elpis'

    (1)
    $6743
  • La Feliciana Peach (Prunus persica 'La Feliciana') plant, crop photo - May 14, 2026

    La Feliciana Peach

    Prunus persica 'La Feliciana'

    (30)
    $8392

  • American Hornbeam

    Carpinus caroliniana

    (5)
    From $12500

  • Kashmir Shrub Rose

    Rosa 'Kashmir'

    (5)
    $6635

  • Red Lightning Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'Red Lightning'

    (1)
    $4385

  • EverBloom™ Strawberry Tart Dianthus

    Dianthus x 'EverBloom Strawberry Tart'

    (2)
    From $1999

  • Lucerne Blue Eyed Grass

    Sisyrinchium angustifolium 'Lucerne'

    (2)
    $3294

  • Kodiak Fresh® Bush Honeysuckle

    Diervilla x 'Kodiak Fresh'

    From $4229

  • The Blues Weeping Colorado Spruce

    Picea pungens 'The Blues'

    New arrival
    $12499

  • Invincibelle Mini Mauvette® Hydrangea

    Hydrangea arborescens 'Invincibelle Mini Mauvette'

    (22)
    From $4829
  • Water Iris Versicolor (Iris versicolor), a perennial featuring blue, purple, yellow, white flowers and perennial.

    Water Iris Versicolor

    Iris versicolor

    (1)
    $3038

  • Prairie Sky Hosta

    Hosta 'Prairie Sky'

    (1)
    $3653

  • Gold Drift Weeping Norway Spruce

    Picea abies 'Gold Drift'

    New arrival
    (18)
    $12499

  • Luna™ Red Hibiscus

    Hibiscus moscheutos 'Luna Red'

    (14)
    $1999

  • Stained Glass Hosta

    Hosta 'Stained Glass'

    (4)
    From $3223

  • Orange Rocket Barberry

    Berberis thunbergii 'Orange Rocket'

    (13)
    From $6960

  • Pugster Periwinkle® Butterfly Bush

    Buddleia x 'Pugster Periwinkle'

    (5)
    From $2649
  • Big Bluestem Grass (Andropogon gerardii), a perennial featuring purple, red, orange, yellow flowers and perennial.

    Big Bluestem Grass

    Andropogon gerardii

    $5870

  • Glowing Reviews™ Mountain Fleece

    Persicaria amplexicaulis 'Glowing Reviews'

    (1)
    $3946

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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