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  • Garland® Tekla™ Clematis

    Garland® Tekla™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Evipo069'

    $6743

  • Blue Chinese Wisteria Tree

    Wisteria sinensis

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  • Yoshino Flowering Cherry Tree

    Prunus x yedoensis

    (26)
    $10950

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    Rosa 'Meigalpio'

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    Thuja x plicata 'Junior Giant' PP31,297

    (2)
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    Rosa 'Novarospop'

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    Acer palmatum 'Atropurpureum'

    (9)
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  • Triple Crown Thornless Blackberry Bush

    Rubus x 'Triple Crown'

    $3900

  • Jewel Of Desert® Garnet Ice Plant

    Delosperma cooperi 'Jewel of Desert Garnet'

    (1)
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  • Brown Turkey Fig Tree

    Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey'

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    Thymus pseudolanuginosus

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    Gardenia jasminoides 'Prince Charles' USPP29,304

    (3)
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    Thuja occidentalis 'Emerald Green'

    (1)
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  • Martha Stewart™ Hybrid Tea Rose

    Rosa ‘Martha Stewart’

    (2)
    $8699

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    Salix x 'Austree'

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    Rosa 'Radyod'

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    Black Tower™ Elderberry

    Sambucus nigra 'EIFFEL 1'

    (1)
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  • Kashmir Shrub Rose

    Rosa 'BAImir'

    (3)
    $6635

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    Wisteria macrostachya 'Blue Moon'

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    Spirea japonica DOUBLE PLAY Doozie 'NCSX2'

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  • Fruit Snacks® Blushing Delight™ Columnar Apple Tree

    Malus 'Blushing Delight'

    (1)
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    Sedum x 'Back in Black'

    From $1699

  • Curtain Call Pink Japanese Anemone

    Anemone 'Curtain Call Pink' PP30,739

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  • Amethyst Kiss™ Spiderwort

    Tradescantia 'Radtrad'

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  • Ruby Falls Weeping Redbud (Cercis canadensis 'Ruby Falls'), a tree featuring purple, pink flowers and deciduous.

    Ruby Falls Weeping Redbud

    Cercis canadensis 'Ruby Falls'

    (1)
    $13977

  • Forest Pansy Redbud Tree

    Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy'

    (36)
    $9996

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    Hydrangea paniculata 'DVPPinky'

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    Frostkiss® Vibey Velvet™ Lenten Rose

    Helleborus x 'Vibey Velvet'

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    (1)
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    Rosa 'WEKmajuchi'

    $10023

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    Phlox paniculata 'Ditomsur'

    $3502

Zone 7 Plants, Trees & Shrubs

Zone 7 Plants: The Best of Both Worlds

USDA Hardiness Zone 7 offers one of the most enviable gardening climates in the country, with average annual minimums between 0°F and 10°F. Covering a wide band from the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast through parts of the Pacific Northwest, Texas, and the Southwest, Zone 7 gardens enjoy mild winters, long growing seasons, and access to an extraordinary range of plants.

This collection features our complete Zone 7 inventory. From cold hardy avocado trees to heat-tolerant evergreens, drought-resistant perennials to lush flowering shrubs, Zone 7 gardeners have the widest selection of any growing zone.

What Thrives in Zone 7?

Flowering trees reach their peak in Zone 7. Crape Myrtles, Dogwoods, Japanese Maples, Southern Magnolias, Redbuds, and Cherry Blossoms all deliver spectacular seasonal displays. Cold hardy avocado trees and fig trees produce real harvests here.

Heat tolerant shrubs and perennials combine with cold hardy favorites to create an unmatched plant palette. Hydrangeas of every type, Gardenias, Camellias, Azaleas, Knockout Roses, Lavender, and drought-tolerant ornamental grasses all perform beautifully. Shade hydrangeas for Zone 7 are especially popular for understory plantings.

Evergreen screening with Leyland Cypress, Holly, Arborvitae, and Cryptomeria provides year-round privacy. Drought tolerant shrubs like Nandina, Loropetalum, and native grasses are smart choices for water-conscious landscaping.

Zone 7 Gardening Tips

Zone 7's long season (March through November) means nearly year-round planting is possible. Fall planting is ideal for most trees and shrubs. Mulch to conserve moisture during hot summers, and provide afternoon shade for plants at the edge of their heat tolerance.

FAQ's for Buying Zone 7 Plants FAQs Online

What is USDA Hardiness Zone 7?
Zone 7 covers areas with average annual minimum temperatures between 0°F and 10°F. It spans the Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, parts of the Pacific Northwest, Texas, and the Southwest. Zone 7 has mild winters and long growing seasons, supporting an extremely wide range of plants.

Can you grow avocado trees in Zone 7?
Yes. Cold hardy avocado varieties have been bred to tolerate Zone 7 winters. They perform best in sheltered, south-facing locations with well-drained soil. Protect young trees during their first few winters with mulch and frost cloth during extreme cold snaps.

What hydrangeas grow best in shade in Zone 7?
Several hydrangea varieties excel in Zone 7 shade, including Bigleaf Hydrangeas (macrophylla types like Endless Summer), Oakleaf Hydrangeas, and Climbing Hydrangeas. These prefer morning sun with afternoon shade protection from Zone 7 summer heat.

When is the best time to plant in Zone 7?
Zone 7 allows planting from early March through late November. Fall (October-November) is the ideal time for most trees and shrubs because roots establish during mild winter months. Spring planting works well for perennials and tender plants.

What are drought tolerant plants for Zone 7?
Popular drought-tolerant Zone 7 plants include Nandina, Loropetalum, Ornamental Grasses (Muhly, Fountain Grass), Lavender, Russian Sage, Crape Myrtle, and native plants like Coneflower and Butterfly Bush. These reduce water needs once established.
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