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  • 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
  • Select Kousa Dogwood

    Select Kousa Dogwood

    Cornus kousa

    $10499

  • 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

  • Echiniformis Hedgehog Spruce

    Picea glauca 'Echiniformis'

    New arrival
    (13)
    $7499

  • Rainbow's End Dwarf Alberta Spruce

    Picea glauca 'Rainbow's End'

    New arrival
    (13)
    $6499

  • Pimoko Dwarf Serbian Spruce

    Picea omorika 'Pimoko'

    New arrival
    $13499
  • Sea Urchin Dwarf White Pine in a black nursery pot, showing its compact rounded habit with soft blue-green needles.

    Sea Urchin Dwarf White Pine

    Pinus strobus 'Sea Urchin'

    New arrival
    (17)
    $13499

  • Dwarf Bright Gold Japanese Yew

    Taxus cuspidata 'Dwarf Bright Gold'

    New arrival
    $7499
  • Flame Lilac Star garden phlox growing in a nursery container

    Flame® Lilac Star Garden Phlox

    Phlox paniculata 'Flame Lilac Star'

    New arrival
    $2999
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    FlashMob™ Macarena Ice Plant

    Delosperma 'Macarena'

    New arrival
    $1999

  • Paisley Pup® Doghobble

    Leucothoe fontanesiana 'Paisley Pup'

    Sold out
    (2)
    $2629
  • Shiloh Splash River Birch Tree (Betula nigra 'Shiloh Splash'), a tree featuring deciduous and open, pyramidal form.

    Shiloh Splash River Birch Tree

    Betula nigra 'Shiloh Splash'

    Sold out
    (10)
    $9790

  • Creeping Thyme

    Thymus praecox 'Coccineus'

    Sold out
    (14)
    $1999

  • Parkland Pillar® Birch Tree

    Betula platyphylla 'Parkland Pillar'

    Sold out
    (8)
    $9790

  • Autumn Blooming Cherry Tree

    Prunus subhirtella 'Autumnalis'

    Sold out
    (42)
    $9450

  • WorryFree® Ruby Snow Panicle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'Ruby Snow'

    Sold out
    (10)
    From $3863

  • Berry Poppins® Winterberry

    Ilex verticillata 'Berry Poppins'

    Sold out
    $2659

  • Junior Giant Arborvitae

    Thuja x plicata 'Junior Giant'

    Sold out
    (3)
    From $3967

  • Rise Up® Emberays Climbing Rose

    Rosa 'Rise Up Emberays'

    Sold out
    (1)
    $2649

  • Fireworks Goldenrod

    Solidago rugosa 'Fireworks'

    Sold out
    $3485

  • Blue Muffin® Arrowwood Viburnum

    Viburnum dentatum 'Blue Muffin'

    Sold out
    (3)
    From $2649

  • Red Midget Ratibida

    Ratibida columnifera 'Red Midget'

    Sold out
    (1)
    $3230

  • Artisan™ Red Ombre Coneflower

    Echinacea x 'Artisan Red Ombre'

    Sold out
    (4)
    $3825

  • Ambrosia Apple Tree

    Malus domestica 'Ambrosia'

    Sold out
    (2)
    $14267

  • Artisan™ Soft Orange Coneflower

    Echinacea x 'Artisan Soft Orange'

    Sold out
    (7)
    $3831

  • Czechmark Trilogy® Weigela

    Weigela florida 'Czechmark Trilogy'

    Sold out
    (2)
    $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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