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  • Berry Heavy® Gold Winterberry

    Ilex verticillata 'Berry Heavy Gold'

    $2659

  • Frost Proof Gardenia

    Gardenia jasminoides 'Frostproof'

    (35)
    $2999

  • Inaba Shidare Japanese Maple

    Acer palmatum var. dissectum 'Inaba Shidare'

    (31)
    From $5620

  • Sky Pencil Holly

    Ilex crenata 'Sky Pencil'

    (21)
    From $2559

  • Redhead Fountain Grass

    Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Redhead'

    (1)
    From $3228

  • Green Giant Arborvitae

    Thuja x 'Green Giant'

    (52)
    From $1732

  • Soft Serve® False Cypress

    Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Dow Whiting'

    (8)
    $2614
  • Provence Lavender (Lavandula x intermedia 'Provence'), a perennial featuring purple flowers and perennial.

    Provence Lavender

    Lavandula x intermedia 'Provence'

    25% off
    (7)
    $2742 $3656

  • Green Gem Boxwood

    Buxus x 'Green Gem'

    (2)
    From $2219

  • Sweet Drift® Rose

    Rosa 'Meiswetdom'

    From $2499

  • Color Guard Yucca

    Yucca filamentosa 'Color Guard'

    (3)
    From $6307

  • Summer Snowflake Viburnum

    Viburnum plicatum tomentosum 'Summer Snowflake'

    (1)
    From $4990

  • Fine Line® Buckthorn

    Rhamnus frangula 'Ron Williams'

    (3)
    From $4360

  • Green Mountain Boxwood

    Buxus x 'Green Mountain'

    (26)
    From $1935

  • Variegated Japanese Silver Grass

    Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus'

    From $3241

  • Firewitch Dianthus

    Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Firewitch'

    From $1699
  • Edith Bogue Magnolia Tree (Magnolia grandiflora 'Edith Bogue'), a tree featuring white flowers and broad-leaved evergreen.

    Edith Bogue Magnolia Tree

    Magnolia grandiflora 'Edith Bogue'

    (1)
    $12120

  • Miss Kim Lilac

    Syringa pubescens subsp. patula 'Miss Kim'

    (2)
    From $3680
  • Captain Upright Pyramidal Yew (Taxus cuspidata 'Captain'), a tree featuring white flowers and evergreen.

    Captain Upright Pyramidal Yew

    Taxus cuspidata 'Captain'

    $9640
  • Scarlet Drift® Groundcover Rose (Rosa 'Meibenbino'), a shrub featuring climbing, erect form.

    Scarlet Drift® Groundcover Rose

    Rosa 'Scarlet Drift'

    $5911

  • North Pole® Arborvitae

    Thuja occidentalis 'Art Boe'

    Up to 8% off
    From $2614

  • Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'Bulk'

    (556)
    From $4297

  • Endless Summer® Pop Star® Hydrangea

    Hydrangea macrophylla 'Bailmacsix'

    (556)
    From $2455

  • Merlot Redbud Tree

    Cercis x 'Merlot'

    (4)
    $12633

  • Anise Hyssop

    Agastache foeniculum

    $3487

  • PJM Elite Rhododendron

    Rhododendron x 'PJM. Elite'

    30% off
    (2)
    $6457 $9224

  • Skyrocket Juniper Tree

    Juniperus scopulorum 'Skyrocket'

    (1)
    $3830

  • Austrian Pine Tree

    Pinus nigra

    From $3825

  • Autumn Gold Ginkgo Tree

    Ginkgo biloba 'Autumn Gold'

    (2)
    $9983

  • Double Play® Gold Spirea

    Double Play® Gold Spiraea japonica 'Yan' USPP 21,615

    From $2614

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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