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  • Miniature Common Juniper

    Juniperus communis 'Miniature'

    New arrival
    $7499

  • Vanderwolf's Pyramid Limber Pine

    Pinus flexilis 'Vanderwolf's Pyramid'

    New arrival
    $12499

  • Amber Glow Dwarf Arborvitae

    Thuja occidentalis 'Amber Glow'

    New arrival
    (8)
    $7499
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    FlashMob™ Macarena Ice Plant

    Delosperma 'Macarena'

    New arrival
    $1999

  • Japanese Painted Fern

    Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum'

    (8)
    From $3147

  • Spice Girl® Korean Spice Viburnum

    Viburnum carlesii 'Spice Girl'

    (1)
    From $9524

  • Spring Glory Forsythia

    Forsythia x intermedia 'Spring Glory'

    (14)
    From $2133

  • Happy Face® Yellow Potentilla

    Potentilla 'Happy Face Yellow'

    (3)
    From $7043

  • Bloomerang® Ballet™ Lilac

    Syringa 'Bloomerang Ballet'

    (2)
    From $8159

  • Tsukiko™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Tsukiko'

    (1)
    $6743
  • Champagne Coral Bells (Heuchera 'Champagne'), a perennial featuring red, pink flowers and perennial.

    Champagne Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'Champagne'

    (1)
    $4379

  • Fun And Games® Eye Spy Foamy Bells

    xHeucherella 'Eye Spy'

    $4286

  • Rainforest Sunrise Hosta

    Hosta 'Rainforest Sunrise'

    From $3507

  • Guernsey Flute™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Guernsey Flute'

    $6743

  • Nubia™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Nubia'

    (1)
    $6743

  • Fireworks Evening Primrose

    Oenothera fruticosa 'Fireworks'

    (2)
    $3694

  • Minnetonka Rhododendron

    Rhododendron 'Minnetonka'

    (1)
    $3996

  • Cherry On Top™ Sorbaria

    Sorbaria sorbifolia 'Cherry on Top'

    (1)
    $5828
  • Purple Lance-Leaved Loosestrife

    Purple Lance - Leaved Loosestrife

    Lysimachia lanceolata var. purpurea

    (1)
    $3443
  • Julia Rose Itoh Peony (Paeonia x 'Julia Rose'), a perennial featuring pink flowers and perennial.

    Julia Rose Itoh Peony

    Paeonia x 'Julia Rose'

    $13154

  • Sonic Bloom® Wine Weigela

    Weigela florida 'Sonic Bloom Wine'

    (7)
    From $5585

  • Paraplu Adorned® Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus syriacus 'Paraplu Adorned'

    New arrival
    (11)
    From $8758

  • Lilac Lights™ Azalea

    Rhododendron 'Lilac Lights'

    (2)
    $9540

  • Pink Miracle on the Hudson™ Rose

    Rosa 'CERpimir'

    New arrival
    $7493

  • Snowdrop Anemone

    Anemone sylvestris

    $2984
  • SmokeShow Kousa Dogwood shrub with green and deep burgundy foliage growing in a sunny garden landscape.

    SmokeShow™ Kousa Dogwood

    Cornus kousa 'SmokeShow'

    $10499
  • Pinky Pollen Ring™ Hydrangea

    Pinky Pollen Ring™ Hydrangea

    Hydrangea arborescens 'Pinky Pollen Ring'

    (22)
    $8192

  • Dr. Ruppel Clematis

    Clematis 'Dr. Ruppel'

    $2499

  • Cis Dwarf Korean Fir

    Abies koreana 'Cis'

    New arrival
    $7499

  • Twinkle Toes Japanese Cedar

    Cryptomeria japonica 'Twinkle Toes'

    New arrival
    (23)
    $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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