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  • Plum Pudding Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'Plum Pudding'

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    $3497

  • Paraplu® Pure White Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus syriacus 'RWoods7'

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    $2699
  • Lady In Red™ Climbing Rose (Rosa 'WEKvaldaom'), a shrub featuring red flowers and deciduous.

    Lady In Red™ Climbing Rose

    Rosa 'WEKvaldaom'

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    $10599
  • Lilafee Barrenwort (Epimedium grandiflorum 'Lilafee'), a perennial featuring purple flowers and perennial.

    Lilafee Barrenwort

    Epimedium grandiflorum 'Lilafee'

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    $3988

  • Carolina Sweetheart® Redbud Tree

    Cercis canadensis 'NCCC1'

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    $9973

  • Duchess of Cornwall Clematis

    Clematis 'Evipo118'

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    $6743

  • Wine Festival Bearded Iris

    Iris × germanica ‘Wine Festival’

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    $4092

  • Massachusetts Kinnikinnick

    Arctostaphylos uva-ursi 'Massachusetts'

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    $3962
  • Purple Glory Lilac (Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Purple Glory'), a shrub featuring purple flowers and deciduous.

    Purple Glory Lilac

    Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Purple Glory'

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    $8160

  • Interstella® Lily of the Valley Shrub

    Pieris japonica 'Interstella'

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  • Gatsby Moon® Oakleaf hydrangea

    Hydrangea quercifolia 'Brother Edward' PP 25,413

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  • Oso Easy Red Stripe® Landscape Rose

    Rosa x 'Oso Easy Red Stripe'

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    $2649

  • English Roseum Rhododendron

    Rhododendron

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  • Boulevard® Vicki™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Evipo114'

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    $6743

  • Purple Satin® Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus syriacus 'ILVOPS' PP28,839

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    $8924
  • Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose (Rosa 'TANellis'), a shrub featuring red flowers and deciduous.

    Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose

    Rosa 'TANellis'

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    (2)
    $8874
  • Frostkiss® Vibey Velvet™ Lenten Rose (Helleborus x 'Vibey Velvet'), a perennial featuring red flowers and broad-leaved evergreen.

    Frostkiss® Vibey Velvet™ Lenten Rose

    Helleborus x 'Vibey Velvet'

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    $5428

  • Black Walnut Tree

    Juglans nigra

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  • Ketchup & Mustard™ Floribunda Rose

    Ketchup & Mustard™ Floribunda Rose

    Rosa 'WEKzazette'

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    $8874

  • Raspberry Wine Bee Balm

    Monarda x 'Raspberry Wine'

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    $3871

  • His Royal Highness Tall Bearded Iris

    Iris germanica 'His Royal Highness'

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    $4097

  • Bumbleberry Salvia

    Salvia nemorosa 'Bumbleberry'

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    $3699

  • Picardy™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Evipo024'

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    $5211

  • Eastern Red Cedar Tree

    Juniperus virginiana

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    $5099

  • Viking Black Chokeberry

    Aronia melanocarpa 'Viking'

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    $5960

  • Fire and Ice Hosta

    Hosta 'Fire & Ice'

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    $3278

  • Kismet® Yellow Coneflower

    Echinacea x 'TNECHKY' PP29,922

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    $3825

  • Ringo All - Star™ Shrub Rose

    Rosa x 'ChewEyesUp'

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    $2649

  • WorryFree® Lemon Glow® Barberry

    Berberis thunbergii 'UCONNBTB048' PP30,127

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  • Green Spice Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'Green Spice'

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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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