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  • High Contrast Lungwort

    Pulmonaria ‘High Contrast’ PP12,337

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    $3939
  • Northern Pampas Grass (Tripidium ravennae), a perennial featuring white, purple flowers and clumping, erect form.

    Northern Pampas Grass

    Tripidium ravennae

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    (13)
    $5877

  • All the Buzz Allium

    Allium 'All the Buzz'

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    (1)
    $2995
  • Cannova? Bronze Scarlet Canna

    Cannova® Bronze Scarlet Canna Lily

    Canna 'Cannova Bronze Scarlet'

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    $5499

  • Crystal Fountain Clematis

    Clematis 'Evipo 038'

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    (1)
    $6743

  • Fun And Games® Eye Spy Foamy Bells

    xHeucherella 'Eye Spy'

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    $4286

  • Little Lady™ Lilac

    Syringa x 'Jeflady'

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    $6845

  • Black Gum Tree

    Nyssa sylvatica

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    (5)
    $9790

  • Green Laceleaf Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum dissectum ‘Viridis’

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    (1)
    $18465

  • Haas Halo Hydrangea

    Hydrangea arborescens 'Haas Halo'

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    (640)
    $8192

  • WorryFree® Winter Torch Willow

    Salix alba ‘Winter Torch’

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    $7010

  • Gold Gem Boxwood

    Buxus x 'Gold Gem'

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    (2)
    $5794

  • Bloodgood Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood'

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    (46)
    $15661

  • Blue Jay Highbush Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium corymbosum 'Blue Jay'

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    $3064

  • Francee Hosta

    Hosta fourtunei 'Francee'

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    (1)
    $2764

  • Goat Willow (Pussy Willow)

    Salix caprea

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    (2)
    $2731

  • Lemon Lime Heavenly Bamboo

    Nandina domestica 'Lemon-Lime'

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    $9907
  • Concertina Tall Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Concertina'), a perennial featuring purple, pink flowers and perennial.

    Concertina Tall Bearded Iris

    Iris germanica 'Concertina'

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    $4102

  • Bedazzled Pink Hybrid Spring Phlox

    Phlox hybrid ‘Bedazzled Pink’ PP32,063

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    $3464

  • SunSparkler® Firecracker Sedum

    Sedum 'Firecracker'

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    $3014

  • Georgia Peach Coral Bells

    Heuchera x 'Georgia Peach'

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    $4380

  • Bali™ Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus syriacus 'Minfren'

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    $5830

  • Filigree Clematis

    Clematis 'Filigree'

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    $5211

  • Jane Magnolia Tree

    Magnolia x 'Jane'

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    $13964

  • Mushroom Japanese Cedar

    Cryptomeria japonica 'Mushroom'

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    $9280
  • Red Barrenwort (Epimedium x rubrum), a perennial featuring red flowers and perennial.

    Red Barrenwort

    Epimedium x rubrum

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    (1)
    $4296

  • Sugar Maple Tree

    Acer saccharum

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    $9790

  • Happy Star Coneflower

    Echinacea purpurea ‘Happy Star’

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    $3167

  • Encore® Autumn Lily® Azalea

    Rhododendron 'Roblex'

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    $4833

  • Hearts A' Fire Redbud

    Cercis canadensis 'Hearts A' Fire'

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    $16866

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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