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  • Holden's™ Peach Rhododendron

    Rhododendron 'HoldenRhodo213' PP34,540

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    $10939
  • 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'

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    $9790

  • Georgia Peach Coral Bells

    Heuchera x 'Georgia Peach'

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    $4380

  • Summer Jazz™ Sunrise Gold Trumpet Vine

    Campsis x tagliabuana 'Takarazuka Yellow' PP 23,918

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    $6660

  • Sunstruck Sunflower Heliopsis

    Heliopsis helianthoides 'Sunstruck' PP25,524

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  • Bloombux® Magenta Rhododendron

    Rhododendron 'Bloombux Magenta'

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    $9141
  • Weeping Higan Flowering Cherry - Tree - Nature Hills Nursery - 1 Container -

    Weeping Higan Flowering Cherry

    Prunus subhirtella 'Pendula'

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    $7209

  • Carolina Silverbell

    Halesia carolina

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    $9299

  • Little Devil™ Ninebark

    Physocarpus opulifolius 'Donna May'

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    $8475

  • Psychedelic Sky™ Butterfly Bush

    Buddleia davidii 'PIIBD-III' PP26,306

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    $6371

  • Fox Valley™ River Birch

    Betula nigra 'Little King'

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    $11760
  • Little Lanterns Columbine (Aquilegia canadensis 'Little Lanterns'), a perennial featuring red, yellow flowers and perennial.

    Little Lanterns Columbine

    Aquilegia canadensis 'Little Lanterns'

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    $3043
  • Lakemont Seedless White Grape Vine (Vitis 'Lakemont'), a shrub featuring white flowers and deciduous.

    Lakemont Seedless White Grape Vine

    Vitis 'Lakemont'

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    $3356

  • Caesars Brother Siberian Iris

    Iris sibirica 'Caesar's Brother'

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  • Sensitive Fern

    Onoclea sensibilis

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    $2480 $3816

  • Sassafras Tree

    Sassafras variifolium

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    $9790
  • Wardii Yew Shrub (Taxus × media 'Wardii'), a shrub featuring yellow, white, green flowers and evergreen.

    Wardii Yew Shrub

    Taxus × media 'Wardii'

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    $9674

  • Gatsby Star® Oakleaf Hydrangea

    Hydrangea quercifolia 'Doughill' PP25,412

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  • Honorine Jobert Japanese Anemone

    Anemone x 'Honorine Jobert'

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    $3549

  • First Frost Hosta

    Hosta 'First Frost'

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    $2015 $3100

  • Prairie Sky Hosta

    Hosta 'Prairie Sky'

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    $3653

  • SUGAR BUZZ® Rockin Raspberry Bee Balm

    Monarda x 'Rockin' Raspberry'

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    $3501
  • First Editions® Electric Lights™ Red Azalea

    Electric Lights™ Red Azalea

    Rhododendron 'UMNAZ 633'

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  • Percy Wiseman Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Percy Wiseman'), a shrub featuring rounded form.

    Percy Wiseman Rhododendron

    Rhododendron 'Percy Wiseman'

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    $3996

  • Cherokee Brave™ Dogwood Tree

    Cornus florida 'Comco No. 1'

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  • White Gayfeather

    Liatris spicata 'Alba'

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    $3245

  • Tianshan® Seven - Son Flower

    Heptacodium miconioides 'Minhep'

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    $8741

  • Rock 'N Round® Bright Idea Sedum

    Sedum hybrid PP34,396

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    $3008
  • Red Barrenwort (Epimedium x rubrum), a perennial featuring red flowers and perennial.

    Red Barrenwort

    Epimedium x rubrum

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    $4296
  • Purple Gem Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Purple Gem'), a shrub featuring rounded form.

    Purple Gem Rhododendron

    Rhododendron 'Purple Gem'

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    $3996

Zone 6 Plants, Trees & Shrubs

Zone 6 Plants: Where Northern Hardiness Meets Southern Variety

USDA Hardiness Zone 6 sits at a gardening crossroads, with average annual minimums between -10°F and 0°F. Stretching from the central Midwest through the Mid-Atlantic corridor, much of the Pacific Northwest, and the southern Appalachian foothills, Zone 6 unlocks a tremendous plant palette. You get the full range of northern favorites plus many varieties traditionally considered "southern" plants.

This collection includes every plant in our inventory rated for Zone 6. Whether you are searching for perennials that bloom all summer, privacy screening, shade trees, or drought-tolerant landscaping, you will find it here.

What Thrives in Zone 6?

Perennials that bloom all summer are a Zone 6 specialty. Coneflowers, Rudbeckia, Salvia, Lavender, repeat-blooming Hydrangeas, Roses, and ornamental grasses deliver non-stop color from May through first frost. Zone 6 supports virtually all major perennial families.

Flowering trees and shrubs reach peak diversity in Zone 6. Crape Myrtles (many varieties are hardy here), Magnolias, Japanese Maples, Dogwoods, Hydrangeas of every type, and Lilacs all thrive. Evergreen hedging with Arborvitae, Holly, and Boxwood provides year-round structure.

Fruit trees are outstanding in Zone 6. Peach trees, apple, pear, cherry, and even some fig varieties produce excellent harvests. Blueberries, blackberries, grapes, and strawberries round out the edible garden.

Zone 6 Gardening Tips

Zone 6 allows planting from mid-April through late October. Fall planting is particularly effective here, giving roots several months to establish before winter. A good mulch layer protects marginally hardy specimens through occasional cold snaps.

FAQ's for Buying Zone 6 Plants FAQs Online

What is USDA Hardiness Zone 6?
Zone 6 is defined by average annual minimum temperatures between -10°F and 0°F. It covers the central Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, Pacific Northwest, and southern Appalachian regions. Zone 6 gardens support an exceptionally wide range of both northern and southern plant species.

What perennials bloom all summer in Zone 6?
Zone 6 has an outstanding selection of summer-long bloomers including Coneflower, Black-Eyed Susan, Salvia, Lavender, Catmint, Daylilies, repeat-blooming Hydrangeas, and Knockout Roses. With deadheading, many maintain color from late May through the first frost in October.

Can crape myrtles grow in Zone 6?
Yes. Many crape myrtle varieties are cold hardy to Zone 6, including the popular Dynamite, Natchez, and Tuscarora cultivars. Choose varieties specifically rated for Zone 6 and plant in a sheltered, south-facing location for best results.

When should I plant in Zone 6?
Zone 6 offers a generous planting window from mid-April through late October. Spring (April-June) and fall (September-October) are both excellent. Fall planting is especially effective because roots continue growing in cool soil while tops are dormant.

What fruit trees grow best in Zone 6?
Zone 6 is excellent for fruit production. Peach, apple, pear, cherry, and plum trees all thrive. Fig trees can produce with winter protection. Blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, and grape vines are all highly productive in Zone 6 conditions.
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