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  • Dark Knight Bluebeard

    Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Dark Knight'

    (9)
    From $5799

  • Summerific® Lilac Crush Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus x 'Lilac Crush'

    (1)
    From $3499

  • Little Spark® Spirea

    Spiraea japonica 'Little Spark'

    $7942

  • Tempelhof Hinoki False Cypress

    Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Tempelhof'

    (4)
    $13237

  • Ice Breaker™ Korean Fir

    Abies koreana 'Ice Breaker'

    $15958

  • Sensation® Sky Blue Salvia

    Salvia nemorosa 'Sensation Sky Blue'

    (8)
    $3164

  • Prairie Winds® Cheyenne Sky Red Switch Grass

    Panicum virgatum PRAIRIE WINDS 'Cheyenne Sky'

    (7)
    $6563

  • Jie™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Jie'

    (1)
    $6743

  • Herbert Azalea

    Rhododendron x 'Herbert'

    (2)
    From $3383

  • Double Play Dolly® Spirea

    Spiraea x 'Double Play Dolly'

    From $2649
  • Silver Heart Brunnera (Brunnera macrophylla 'Silver Heart'), a perennial featuring blue flowers and perennial.

    Silver Heart Brunnera

    Brunnera macrophylla 'Silver Heart'

    (1)
    $4119

  • Bedazzled Pink Hybrid Spring Phlox

    Phlox hybrid 'Bedazzled Pink'

    $3464

  • Oso Easy Peasy® Rose

    Rosa x 'Oso Easy Peasy'

    (1)
    $2636

  • Golden Ticket® Privet

    Ligustrum x vicaryi 'Golden Ticket'

    (1)
    $2649
  • Royal Red Honeycrisp apple tree growing in a nursery container with bright green leaves on an upright trunk

    Royal Red Honeycrisp Apple Tree

    Malus domestica 'Royal Red Honeycrisp'

    (1)
    $15563

  • Little Angel Burnet

    Sanguisorba officinalis var. microcephala 'Little Angel'

    $4172

  • Woodward Arborvitae

    Thuja occidentalis 'Woodwardii'

    (8)
    $9590

  • Mushroom Japanese Cedar

    Cryptomeria japonica 'Mushroom'

    (7)
    From $9280

  • Golden Falls™ Weeping Redbud Tree

    Cercis canadensis 'Golden Falls'

    (1)
    $9999
  • Golden Lights Azalea (Rhododendron 'Golden Lights') plant, crop photo - Mar 21, 2026

    Golden Lights Azalea

    Rhododendron 'Golden Lights'

    $9540

  • Sem Ash Leaf Spirea

    Sorbaria sorbifolia 'Sem'

    (2)
    $8425

  • Chirimen Hinoki False Cypress

    Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Chirimen'

    New arrival
    $6499

  • Tansu Dwarf Japanese Cedar

    Cryptomeria japonica 'Tansu'

    New arrival
    (23)
    $6499

  • Pusch Dwarf Norway Spruce

    Picea abies 'Pusch'

    New arrival
    (18)
    $13499

  • Ko-Ku-Ho Japanese White Pine

    Pinus parviflora 'Ko-Ku-Ho'

    New arrival
    $13499

  • Rapido Blue Carpathian Bellflower

    Campanula carpatica 'Rapido Blue'

    (3)
    From $4299

  • Yuki Cherry Blossom® Deutzia

    Deutzia x 'Yuki Cherry Blossom'

    (3)
    From $6615
  • Little Vision in Purple Astilbe (Astilbe chinensis 'Little Vision in Purple'), a perennial featuring purple, pink flowers and perennial.

    Little Vision in Purple Astilbe

    Astilbe chinensis 'Little Vision in Purple'

    (6)
    $3425

  • Vulcan Hosta

    Hosta 'Vulcan'

    (2)
    $2917

  • Sunjoy Mini Maroon® Barberry

    Berberis thunbergii 'Sunjoy Mini Maroon'

    (4)
    From $2649

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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