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  • Low Scape Mound® Chokeberry

    Aronia melanocarpa 'Low Scape Mound'

    From $9207

  • Bloomerang® Dark Purple Lilac

    Syringa x 'Bloomerang Dark Purple'

    (66)
    From $4833

  • Yoshino Flowering Cherry Tree

    Prunus x yedoensis

    (29)
    $10950

  • Japanese Red Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum'

    (13)
    From $6837

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    Rosa 'Sweet Drift'

    From $2499

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    Aralia cordata 'Sun King'

    (6)
    From $1999

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    Malus 'Honeycrisp'

    (48)
    From $8999

  • Pink Snow Showers™ Weeping Cherry Tree

    Prunus x 'Pink Snow Showers'

    (2)
    $10825

  • Creme Caramel™ Coreopsis

    Coreopsis verticillata 'Creme Caramel'

    (6)
    From $1999

  • Peach Drift® Groundcover Rose

    Rosa 'Peach Drift'

    (4)
    From $2499
  • Lucas European Hornbeam - Tree - Nature Hills Nursery - 3 Container -

    Lucas European Hornbeam

    Carpinus betulus 'Lucas'

    New arrival
    (3)
    $10406

  • Pearls of Perfume™ Mock Orange

    Philadelphus 'Pearls of Perfume'

    New arrival
    (4)
    $7776
  • Wiggles & Squiggles Hosta (Hosta 'Wiggles and Squiggles'), a plant featuring perennial and clumping, mounding form.

    Wiggles & Squiggles Hosta

    Hosta 'Wiggles and Squiggles'

    (2)
    From $1999

  • Skyrocket Juniper Tree

    Juniperus scopulorum 'Skyrocket'

    (5)
    $3830

  • Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'Quick Fire'

    (17)
    From $8175

  • English Ivy

    Hedera helix

    (4)
    From $2995

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    Pinus ponderosa

    (3)
    From $9091

  • Walker's Low Catmint

    Nepeta x faassenii 'Walker's Low'

    (23)
    From $1999

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    Hydrangea arborescens 'Incrediball'

    (12)
    From $4829

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    Hydrangea macrophylla 'Eclipse'

    (10)
    From $2466

  • Common Purple Lilac

    Syringa vulgaris

    (62)
    $7459

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    Sambucus nigra 'Black Lace'

    (11)
    From $4366

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    Cornus kousa 'Scarlet Fire'

    (13)
    From $11455

  • Austrian Pine Tree

    Pinus nigra

    (30)
    From $3825

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    Juniperus squamata 'Blue Star'

    (12)
    From $3359

  • Douglas Fir Tree

    Pseudotsuga menziesii

    (20)
    From $3999

  • Cool Splash® Dwarf Bush Honeysuckle

    Diervilla sessilifolia 'Cool Splash'

    (6)
    From $8608

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    Rosa 'Red Double Knock Out'

    (16)
    From $2499

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    Viburnum carlesii

    (22)
    From $3064

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    Yucca filamentosa 'Color Guard'

    (11)
    From $1999

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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