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  • Short and Sweet Catchfly

    Silene caroliniana var. wherryi 'Short and Sweet'

    $3255
  • Twilight Zone Little Bluestem Grass (Schizachyrium scoparium 'Twilight Zone'), a perennial featuring yellow, mixed flowers and perennial.

    Twilight Zone Little Bluestem Grass

    Schizachyrium scoparium 'Twilight Zone'

    (1)
    $5375

  • Queen Victoria Cardinal Flower

    Lobelia cardinalis 'Queen Victoria'

    (1)
    From $1999

  • Decadence® Sparkling Sapphires False Indigo

    Baptisia x 'Sparkling Sapphires'

    $4420

  • SkySail™ Yellow Yarrow

    Achillea millefolium 'SkySail Yellow'

    New arrival
    $1999

  • Carolina Silverbell

    Halesia carolina

    $9299

  • FlowerFull® Smooth Hydrangea

    Hydrangea arborescens 'FlowerFull'

    (33)
    From $1999

  • Darkest Night® Butterfly Bush

    Buddleja x 'Darkest Night'

    New arrival
    From $2999

  • Scentara Pura® Lilac

    Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Scentara Pura'

    (11)
    From $8903

  • Mr. Mustard® False Spiraea

    Sorbaria sorbifolia 'Mr. Mustard'

    (2)
    $2649

  • Candy Girl Prairie Mallow

    Lespedeza 'Candy Girl'

    $6406
  • Cora Louise Itoh Peony (Paeonia x 'Cora Louise'), a perennial featuring purple, white flowers and perennial.

    Cora Louise Itoh Peony

    Paeonia x 'Cora Louise'

    $12071
  • Golden Curls Curly Willow - Bush - Nature Hills Nursery -

    Golden Curls Curly Willow

    Salix x 'Golden Curls'

    $4079
  • Blazeprince Peach (Prunus persica 'Blazeprince'), a tree featuring open, rounded form.

    Blazeprince Peach

    Prunus persica 'Blazeprince'

    (11)
    $8392

  • Ardens Rose of Sharon Shrub

    Hibiscus syriacus 'Ardens'

    (6)
    From $4488

  • Declaration Lilac

    Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Declaration'

    (1)
    From $8535
  • Longflower Alumroot - Nature Hills Nursery - #1 Container -

    Longflower Alumroot

    Heuchera longiflora

    $3765
  • Clematis Paulie (Clematis 'Paulie'), a perennial featuring climbing, dense form.

    Clematis Paulie

    Clematis 'Paulie'

    $6293
  • Comet Hops Vine (Humulus lupulus 'Comet'), a perennial featuring deciduous and climbing form.

    Comet Hops Vine

    Humulus lupulus 'Comet'

    $5250

  • Rock Garden Dwarf Holly

    Ilex x 'Rock Garden'

    New arrival
    $7499

  • Flame® Pro Purple Garden Phlox

    Phlox paniculata 'Flame Pro Purple'

    (1)
    From $3114

  • Magical® Gold Forsythia

    Forsythia x intermedia 'Magical Gold'

    (14)
    From $7742

  • August Moon Hosta

    Hosta 'August Moon'

    $3094

  • Polar Gold® Arborvitae

    Thuja occidentalis 'Polar Gold'

    (20)
    $2649

  • Cream Tart Hinoki False Cypress

    Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Cream Tart'

    New arrival
    $7499

  • Green Cushion Hinoki False Cypress

    Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Green Cushion'

    New arrival
    $7499
  • Clumping Bamboo - Nature Hills Nursery - #1 Container -

    Clumping Bamboo

    Fargesia rufa

    (3)
    $6310

  • Frances Williams Hosta

    Hosta seiboldiana 'Frances Williams'

    (7)
    From $2941

  • Flame® Pro Lilac Garden Phlox

    Phlox paniculata 'Flame Pro Lilac'

    (1)
    From $1999

  • Rose Mallow

    Hibiscus moscheutos

    New arrival
    (14)
    $3164

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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