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  • Noble Knight Meadow Sage (Salvia nemorosa 'Noble Knight'), a perennial featuring clumping, erect form.

    Noble Knight Meadow Sage

    Salvia nemorosa 'Noble Knight'

    20% off
    $2091 $2614
  • Sweet Daisy™ Jane Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum 'Jane'), a perennial featuring yellow, white flowers and perennial.

    Sweet Daisy™ Jane Shasta Daisy

    Leucanthemum x superbum 'Jane'

    (1)
    $1699

  • Nelly Moser Clematis

    Clematis 'Nelly Moser'

    (2)
    From $5828

  • Chipman's Canada Red Rhubarb Plant

    Rheum 'Chipman's Canada Red'

    $5299

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    Malus 'Fuji'

    20% off
    $10260 $12825

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    Lobelia cardinalis 'Black Truffle'

    From $1699

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    Coreopsis verticillata 'Zagreb'

    (2)
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    Heuchera 'Black Forest Cake'

    15% off
    $3716 $4372

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    Geranium ‘Rozanne’

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    Hydrangea paniculata 'Renhy'

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    (560)
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  • Japanese Stewartia (Stewartia pseudocamellia), a tree featuring orange, white flowers and ascending, dense form.

    Japanese Stewartia

    Stewartia pseudocamellia

    Up to 20% off
    From $9695 $12119

  • Common Milkweed

    Ascelpias syriaca

    (3)
    $3825

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    Scabiosa columbaria 'Vivid Violet'

    From $1699

  • Sonic Bloom® Pink Reblooming Weigela

    Weigela florida SONIC BLOOM 'Bokrasopin'

    (7)
    From $4369

  • Scentsation Honeysuckle Vine

    Lonicera periclymenum 'Scentsation'

    From $2614

  • Jackman Clematis

    Clematis 'Jackmanii Superba'

    (3)
    From $5828

  • Whitespire Birch Tree

    Betula populifolia 'Whitespire'

    20% off
    (8)
    $9919 $12399

  • Eastern Red Cedar Tree

    Juniperus virginiana

    20% off
    (3)
    $4079 $5099

  • Rock 'N Grow® Coraljade Sedum

    Sedum x 'Coraljade'

    35% off
    $1964 $3022

  • Artisan™ Soft Orange Coneflower

    Echinacea x 'PAS1308374'

    $3831

  • Shadowland® Waterslide Hosta

    Hosta SHADOWLAND® 'Waterslide'

    (1)
    $3435

  • Gay Butterflies Butterfly Weed

    Asclepias tuberosa 'Gay Butterflies'

    (1)
    $4699
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    SpinTop® Orange Halo Blanket Flower

    Gaillardia aristata 'Bargaispinor'

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    Weigela florida 'Bokraspiwi' PP23781

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    Buddleia x 'SMNBDBT'

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    Leucanthemum x superbum 'Sweet Daisy Izabel'

    (1)
    $1582
  • Midnight Sun® Weigela (Weigela florida 'Verweig9'), a shrub featuring pink flowers and deciduous.

    Midnight Sun® Weigela

    Weigela florida 'Verweig9'

    (1)
    From $2614

  • Northcountry Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium 'Northcountry'

    (1)
    $2747
  • Sweet Sensation Snowberry (Symphoricarpos x doorenbosii 'Kolmagics'), a shrub featuring white flowers and deciduous.

    Sweet Sensation Snowberry

    Symphoricarpos x doorenbosii 'Kolmagics'

    $8625

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    Prunus serrulata 'Kwanzan'

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    (37)
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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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