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  • Groovy Grape™ Butterfly Bush

    Buddleia davidii 'PIIBD-I'

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    $5099 $6374
  • Flat-tery Boxwood shrub with dense dark green foliage growing low and wide over wood chip mulch.

    Flat - tery™ Boxwood

    Buxus x ‘Prostrate3’ PP29,574

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    $8178 $10223
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    Sombrero® Fiesta Orange Coneflower

    Echinacea x 'Balsomstor'

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    $3119 $3899

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    Rhododendron x 'Cascade'

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    Spring Satin Plumcot

    Prunus x 'Spring Satin'

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    Forsythia 'Courtasol'

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    Berberis thunbergii 'UCONNBTB048' PP30,127

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    Cayenne™ Sterile Fountain Grass

    Pennisetum alopecuroides 'TIFT PA18'

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    Carpinus caroliniana

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    Lavandula LaDiva 'Eternal Grace'

    $2899
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    Pinky Pollen Ring™ Hydrangea

    Hydrangea arborescens 'SMHALP'

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    Ilex x meserveae 'HACH1'

    $2659

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    Sorbaria sorbifolia 'Sem'

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    Spiraea japonica 'Little Princess'

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    Cornus alba 'Verpaalen2' PP34,377

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    Scout Maiden Grass

    Miscanthus sinensis 'M77'

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  • Ozark Premier Japanese Plum Tree (Prunus salicina 'Ozark Premier'), a tree featuring white flowers and deciduous.

    Ozark Premier Japanese Plum Tree

    Prunus salicina 'Ozark Premier'

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    $4364 $5455
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    Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Purple Glory'

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    Scutellaria x 'Appalachian Blues'

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    Spiraea japonica 'Odessa'

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    Magnolia x 'Butterflies'

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    Echinacea × ‘Ifecssal’ PP 32486

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    Potentilla fruticosa 'Kupinpa' PP 22,732

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    Hydrangea macrophylla 'SMNHMC'

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    SpinTop® Orange Halo Blanket Flower

    Gaillardia aristata 'Bargaispinor'

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    Buddleia 'SMNBDL'

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    Dianthus x 'G18144'

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    Clematis 'Evipo063'

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    Stokesia laevis 'Honeysong'

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    Gaillardia aristata 'Spintop Yellow Touch'

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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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