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  • The Blues Little Bluestem Grass

    Schizachyrium scoparium 'The Blues'

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    $5880

  • Bali™ Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus syriacus 'Minfren'

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    $5830
  • Kismet® Red Coneflower (Echinacea x 'TNECHKRD' PP29,743), a perennial featuring red flowers and perennial.

    Kismet® Red Coneflower

    Echinacea x 'TNECHKRD' PP29,743

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    $3831

  • Blue Stocking Bee Balm

    Monarda 'Blaustrumpf'

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    $3045

  • Pugster White® Butterfly Bush

    Buddleia x 'SMNBDW'

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  • Scentlandia® Sweetspire

    Itea virginica 'SMNIVDFC'

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    $2614

  • Paw Paw

    Asimina triloba

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    $12931

  • Clarence Bearded Iris

    Iris germanica 'Clarence'

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    $4960
  • Robusta Boston Ivy (Parthenocissus tricuspidata 'Robusta'), a perennial featuring white, green flowers and deciduous.

    Robusta Boston Ivy

    Parthenocissus tricuspidata 'Robusta'

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  • Ha Ha Tonka Little Bluestem Grass

    Schizachyrium scoparium 'Ha Ha Tonka' PP32374

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    $4364

  • Blue Mouse Ears Hosta

    Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears'

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    $3273

  • BiColor Butterfly Bush

    Buddleia x weyeriana 'Bicolor'

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  • Techny Arborvitae

    Thuja occidentalis 'Techny'

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    $4899
  • Gold® Collection Pink Frost Lenten Rose

    Gold® Collection Pink Frost Lenten Rose

    Helleborus 'Pink Frost' PP# 21063

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    $5028

  • Northcountry Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium 'Northcountry'

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    $2747

  • Sonic Bloom® Wine Weigela

    Weigela florida 'SMNWFG' PP35,120

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  • Next Generation® Red Sensation Bigleaf Hydrangea

    Hydrangea macrophylla 'Red Sensation' PP18,197

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  • Opening Act Pink - a - Dot Hybrid Phlox

    Phlox hybrid PP 31,732

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    $3432

  • Samaritan Jo™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Evipo075'

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    $6743

  • Sunjoy Fast Neo Barberry

    Berberis thunbergii 'NCBT4'

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  • Summerific® Lilac Crush Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus x 'Lilac Crush' PP35,181

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  • Abiqua Drinking Gourd Hosta

    Hosta 'Abiqua Drinking Gourd'

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    $3502

  • Northland Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium corymbosum 'Northland'

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  • Heritage® River Birch

    Betula nigra 'Cully'

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    $8942
  • Crimson Prince Japanese Maple

    Crimson Prince Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Crimson Prince'

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    $18465

  • Plum Pudding Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'Plum Pudding'

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    $3497

  • Toy Soldier™ Oakleaf Hydrangea

    Hydrangea quercifolia 'Bocotoso'

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  • Chicago Lustre Arrowwood Viburnum

    Viburnum dentatum 'Synnestvedt'

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  • Shagbark Hickory Tree (Carya ovata), a tree featuring green flowers and deciduous.

    Shagbark Hickory Tree

    Carya ovata

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  • EverBloom™ Watermelon Ice Dianthus (Dianthus x 'G18139'), a perennial featuring pink flowers and perennial.

    EverBloom™ Watermelon Ice Dianthus

    Dianthus x 'G18139'

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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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