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  • Maries Doublefile Viburnum

    Viburnum plicatum 'Mariesii'

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    $12200

  • Northland Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium corymbosum 'Northland'

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    (2)
    $2747

  • Cornelian Cherry

    Cornus mas

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    $8741

  • Avalanche™ Birch Tree

    Betula x 'Avalzam'

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    (2)
    $9889
  • Praline™ Fountain Grass (Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Tift H18' PP30,724), a perennial featuring perennial and clumping, erect form.

    Praline™ Fountain Grass

    Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Tift H18' PP30,724

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    $5890

  • Forever® Purple Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'TNHEUFP'

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    $4371
  • Regal Prince™ Oak Tree (Quercus robur x bicolor 'Long'), a tree featuring green flowers and deciduous.

    Regal Prince™ Oak Tree

    Quercus robur x bicolor 'Long'

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    $18898

  • Crete Rhododendron

    Rhododendron 'Crete'

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    $4199
  • Exclamation!™ London Planetree

    Exclamation!™ London Planetree

    Platanus x acerifolia 'Morton Circle'

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    $10650

  • Starship™ Blue Cardinal Flower

    Lobelia x speciosa 'Pas1302712'

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    $3494

  • Alpine Currant Bush

    Ribes alpinum

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    $7259

  • Birthday Party Sedum

    Sedum 'Birthday Party'

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    $3022

  • Variegated Solomon's Seal

    Polygonatum odoratum 'Variegatum'

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    $4093

  • Lady in Red Fern

    Athyrium felix-forma 'Lady in Red'

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    $3435
  • Winky Double Red & White Columbine (Aquilegia 'Double Red & White'), a perennial featuring red, white flowers and perennial.

    Winky Double Red & White Columbine

    Aquilegia 'Double Red & White'

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    $2950

  • Cayenne Dogwood

    Cornus amomum 'Cayenne'

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    $7742

  • Halcyon Hosta

    Hosta 'Halcyon'

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    $3105

  • Funshine® Abelia

    Abelia x grandiflora 'Minacara1'

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    $2649

  • Black Diamond® Mystic Magenta™ Crape Myrtle Shrub

    Lagerstroemia Black Diamond 'Mystic Magenta'

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    $8109
  • Bonanza Peach Tree (Prunus persica 'Bonanza'), a tree featuring pink flowers and deciduous.

    Bonanza Peach Tree

    Prunus persica 'Bonanza'

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    $14950

  • Virginia Creeper

    Parthenocissus quinquefolia var. engelmanii

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    $5800

  • Samurai Toad Lily

    Tricyrtis formosana 'Samurai'

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    $3433
  • Mars Madness Hardy Hibiscus (Hibiscus 'Mars Madness' PP27838), a perennial featuring red, pink flowers and perennial.

    Mars Madness Hardy Hibiscus

    Hibiscus 'Mars Madness' PP27838

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    $5237
  • Etouffee™ Fountain Grass (Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Etouffee'), a perennial featuring perennial and clumping, erect form.

    Etouffee™ Fountain Grass

    Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Etouffee'

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    $5610

  • Dwarf Japanese Cedar

    Cryptomeria japonica 'Globosa Nana'

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    $9274

  • Dale's Strain Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'Dale's Strain'

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    $3429
  • Crimson Prince Japanese Maple

    Crimson Prince Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Crimson Prince'

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    $18465
  • FrostKiss™ Dorothy's Dawn® Lenten Rose (Helleborus x 'EPB 29' PP28,010), a perennial featuring pink flowers and broad-leaved evergreen.

    FrostKiss™ Dorothy's Dawn® Lenten Rose

    Helleborus x 'EPB 29' PP28,010

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    $5428

  • White Gayfeather

    Liatris spicata 'Alba'

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    $3245
  • Arnold Promise Witch Hazel (Hamamelis x intermedia 'Arnold Promise'), a tree.

    Arnold Promise Witch Hazel

    Hamamelis x intermedia 'Arnold Promise'

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    $10240

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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