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    FlashMob™ Action Shot Ice Plant

    Delosperma 'Action Shot'

    New arrival
    $1999

  • Katsura Pieris

    Pieris japonica 'Katsura'

    (7)
    From $10939
  • Dwarf Fothergilla (Fothergilla gardenii), a shrub featuring white flowers and deciduous.

    Dwarf Fothergilla

    Fothergilla gardenii

    $6583

  • Chardonnay Pearls® Deutzia

    Deutzia gracilis 'Chardonnay Pearls'

    (3)
    From $6622

  • Ragin' Red™ Dogwood

    Cornus florida 'Ragin' Red'

    (35)
    $11500

  • Pink Lemonade Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium 'Pink Lemonade'

    (3)
    $3064

  • Elfin Creeping Thyme

    Thymus serpyllum 'Elfin'

    From $2945
  • Chocolate Shogun Astilbe (Astilbe thunbergii 'Chocolate Shogun'), a perennial featuring pink, white flowers and perennial.

    Chocolate Shogun Astilbe

    Astilbe thunbergii 'Chocolate Shogun'

    (1)
    $4096
  • FrostKiss™ Moondance® Lenten Rose

    FrostKiss™ Moondance® Lenten Rose

    Helleborus x 'FrostKiss Moondance'

    $5311

  • Cunningham's White Rhododendron

    Rhododendron 'Cunningham's White'

    $3996
  • French Pussy Willow Tree (Salix caprea), a shrub featuring white flowers and deciduous.

    French Pussy Willow Tree

    Salix caprea

    (2)
    $5625

  • Forever Goldy® Arborvitae

    Thuja plicata 'Forever Goldy'

    $9324

  • Thunderbolt® Box Honeysuckle Bush

    Lonicera nitida 'Thunderbolt'

    $10389

  • Georgia Peach Coral Bells

    Heuchera x 'Georgia Peach'

    $4380

  • Cesky Gold® Dwarf Birch

    Betula x plettkei 'Cesky Gold'

    From $8258
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    FlashMob™ Electric Slide Ice Plant

    Delosperma 'Electric Slide'

    New arrival
    $1999

  • Snowsurfer™ Forte Candytuft

    Iberis sempervirens 'Forte'

    (2)
    $3575

  • Northcountry Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium 'Northcountry'

    (2)
    $2747

  • Northland Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium corymbosum 'Northland'

    (9)
    $2747

  • Blue Maid™ Meserve Holly

    Ilex x meserveae 'Blue Maid'

    (12)
    $7826

  • Cascade Common Hops

    Humulus lupulus 'Cascade'

    $5250

  • Korean Rhododendron

    Rhododendron yedoense var. poukhanense 'Compact'

    (2)
    $9091

  • Oso Easy™ Urban Legend™ Shrub Rose

    Rosa x 'Oso Easy Urban Legend'

    $2649

  • Oso Easy™ Mango Salsa Shrub Rose

    Rosa x 'Oso Easy Mango Salsa'

    $2614

  • Bessie Howells Rhododendron

    Rhododendron 'Bessie Howells'

    $3996
  • Select Kousa Dogwood

    Select Kousa Dogwood

    Cornus kousa

    $10499

  • Donald Wyman Flowering Crabapple Tree

    Malus 'Donald Wyman'

    (11)
    $10499

  • Red Demon Azalea

    Rhododendron 'Red Demon'

    $9540

  • Snow Sawara False Cypress

    Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Snow'

    New arrival
    (7)
    $6499

  • Green Dragon Japanese Holly

    Ilex crenata 'Green Dragon'

    New arrival
    $6499

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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