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  • Clumping Bamboo - Nature Hills Nursery - #1 Container -

    Clumping Bamboo

    Fargesia rufa

    (2)
    $6310

  • Vision in Red Astilbe

    Astilbe chinensis 'Vision in Red'

    (2)
    From $3164

  • Black Lace® Elderberry

    Sambucus nigra 'Eva'

    (5)
    From $2668

  • Porcupine Grass

    Miscanthus sinensis 'Strictus'

    From $1699

  • Tater Tot™ Arborvitae

    Thuja occidentalis 'SMNTOBAB' USPP30,761, Can PBRAF

    From $2614

  • Thriller Lady's Mantle

    Alchemilla mollis 'Thriller'

    From $1699

  • Squeeze Box® Inkberry Holly

    Ilex glabra 'SMNIGFC'

    $2714
  • Himalayan Maidenhair Fern (Adiantum venustum), a perennial featuring perennial and clumping, creeping form.

    Himalayan Maidenhair Fern

    Adiantum venustum

    (1)
    $3455

  • Alexander's White Candytuft

    Iberis sempervirens 'Alexanders White'

    $3587

  • Pinky Winky® Panicle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'DVPPinky'

    (557)
    From $2629

  • All Gold Japanese Forest Grass

    Hakonechloa macra 'All Gold'

    (6)
    From $4430

  • Green Giant Arborvitae

    Thuja x 'Green Giant'

    Up to 20% off
    (52)
    From $1386 $1732

  • Paint The Town Red Dianthus

    Dianthus 'Paint the Town Red'

    From $1699

  • Eastern Redbud

    Cercis canadensis

    Up to 20% off
    (21)
    From $7832 $9790

  • Peach Flambe Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'Peach Flambe'

    (6)
    From $1359

  • North Pole® Arborvitae

    Thuja occidentalis 'Art Boe'

    Up to 20% off
    From $2091 $2614

  • Wild Rose Coral Bells

    Heuchera PRIMO 'Wild Rose'

    15% off
    $3642 $4285

  • Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'Bulk'

    (557)
    From $4297

  • Goat Willow (Pussy Willow)

    Salix caprea

    (2)
    $2731

  • SUGAR BUZZ® Grape Gumball Bee Balm

    Monarda x 'Grape Gumball'

    (8)
    From $3433

  • Limelight Panicle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight'

    (557)
    From $2699
  • Hayscented Fern (Dennstaedtia punctilobula), a perennial featuring perennial and arching, clumping form.

    Hayscented Fern

    Dennstaedtia punctilobula

    15% off
    (1)
    $3284 $3864
  • Feather Falls™ Sedge

    Feather Falls™ Sedge Grass

    Carex x 'ET CRX01'

    (1)
    From $1699
  • Black Tower™ Elderberry

    Black Tower™ Elderberry

    Sambucus nigra 'EIFFEL 1'

    (1)
    From $4396

  • Jolly Good™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Zojogo'

    $2614

  • Pink Chiffon® Rose of Sharon Shrub

    Hibiscus syriacus 'JWNWOOD4'

    (10)
    $2614

  • Paraplu Pink Ink® Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus x 'Minsywhi07' PP32,761

    (2)
    From $2689

  • Steel the Show Sedum

    Sedum 'Steel the Show'

    $3008

  • Morning Light Silver Grass

    Miscanthus sinensis 'Morning Light'

    (2)
    From $1699

  • Flavorette Pear'd® Rose

    Rosa 'Flavorette Pear'd'

    (1)
    $2614

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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