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  • Karley Rose Fountain Grass

    Pennisetum orientale 'Karley Rose'

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    $7583

  • Glow Stick Japanese Holly

    Ilex crenata 'Glow Stick'

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    $2659

  • Sunjoy Really Red® Barberry

    Berberis thunbergii 'Sunjoy Really Red'

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    $2649

  • Invitation Tall Bearded Iris

    Iris germanica 'Invitation'

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    $4096

  • Compact Oregon Grape Holly

    Mahonia aquifolium 'Compacta'

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    (2)
    $3530
  • Easy Elegance® Chi™ Rose

    Chi™ Shrub Rose

    Rosa 'Chi'

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    $6626
  • Simply Color® Grandiflora Rose (Rosa x 'Simply Color'), a shrub featuring yellow flowers and deciduous.

    Simply Color® Grandiflora Rose

    Rosa x 'Simply Color'

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    $7176
  • Whipped Cream™ Floribunda Rose (Rosa 'Whipped Cream'), a shrub featuring yellow, white flowers and deciduous.

    Whipped Cream™ Floribunda Rose

    Rosa 'Whipped Cream'

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    $8458

  • Twisted Hinoki False Cypress

    Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Torulosa'

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    $8604

  • Dashing Tall Bearded Iris

    Iris germanica 'Dashing'

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    $4103

  • Summerific® Perfect Storm Rose Mallow

    Hibiscus x 'Summerific Perfect Storm'

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    $3476
  • Winky Rose and Rose Columbine (Aquilegia vulgaris 'Winky Rose and Rose'), a perennial featuring pink flowers and perennial.

    Winky Rose and Rose Columbine

    Aquilegia vulgaris 'Winky Rose and Rose'

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    $2958

  • Elodi™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Elodi'

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    $4979

  • Iridescent Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'Iridescent'

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    $4065

  • Just Chill™ Red Tip™ Camellia

    Camellia x 'Just Chill Red Tip'

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    $2649
  • Flaming Carpet™ Merlot Sedum (Sedum 'Flaming Carpet Merlot') plant, crop photo - Jun 11, 2025

    Flaming Carpet™ Merlot Sedum

    Sedum 'Flaming Carpet Merlot'

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    $3263

  • Moody Blues® Dark Blue Veronica

    Veronica 'Moody Blues Dark Blue'

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    $3505

  • Woods Pink Aster

    Aster x dumosus 'Woods Pink'

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    $4833
  • Boulevard® Chevalier™ Clematis

    Boulevard® Chevalier™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Boulevard Chevalier'

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    $5211
  • Burgundy Lace Japanese Maple

    Burgundy Lace Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum var. dissectum atropurpureum 'Burgundy Lace'

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    $18465

  • Fiji™ Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus syriacus 'Fiji'

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    $5828

  • Giselle™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Giselle'

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    $6743

  • Cherrytini™ Floribunda Rose

    Rosa 'Cherrytini'

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    $8392

  • Pink Elf Barrenwort

    Epimedium x 'Pink Elf'

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    $4745
  • Mariken Dwarf Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba 'Mariken') plant, crop photo - Mar 12, 2024

    Mariken Dwarf Ginkgo

    Ginkgo biloba 'Mariken'

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    $8026

  • Haywire™ False Cypress

    Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'Haywire'

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    $2699
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    Ringo® Double Red Rose

    Rosa x 'Ringo Double Red'

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    $2649

  • Blue Angel Hosta

    Hosta 'Blue Angel'

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    $3460
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    North Star™ Ruby Heart Lenten Rose

    Helleborus x hybridus 'Ruby Heart'

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    $5028
  • Gray - Headed Coneflower (Ratibida pinnata), a perennial featuring yellow flowers and perennial.

    Gray - Headed Coneflower

    Ratibida pinnata

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    $4633

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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