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  • Sedum SUNSPARKLER® Angelina's Teacup

    SunSparkler® Angelina's Teacup Sedum

    Sedum rupestre 'Angelina's Teacup'

    (7)
    From $1999

  • Grape Lollipop™ Phlox

    Phlox paniculata 'Grape Lollipop'

    (3)
    $3502

  • Tiny Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'Tiny Quick Fire'

    (17)
    From $6991

  • Lesser Calamint

    Calamintha nepeta subsp. nepeta

    (4)
    From $1999

  • Blue Chiffon® Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus syriacus 'Blue Chiffon'

    (24)
    From $8458

  • Honeysong Purple Stokes Aster

    Stokesia laevis 'Honeysong'

    (3)
    From $1999

  • Lakemont Seedless White Grape Vine

    Vitis 'Lakemont'

    (1)
    $3356

  • Invincibelle Sublime™ Smooth Hydrangea

    Hydrangea arborescens 'Invincibelle Sublime'

    (22)
    From $8575

  • Topaz Jazz Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'Topaz Jazz'

    From $1999

  • Gemo St. Johns Wort

    Hypericum kalmianum 'Gemo'

    (2)
    $5904

  • Twisty Baby Black Locust Tree

    Robinia pseudoacacia 'Twisty Baby'

    (2)
    $12271

  • Sensational!® Lavender

    Lavandula x intermedia 'Sensational!'

    (13)
    From $1999

  • PowWow® Wild Berry Coneflower

    Echinacea purpurea 'PowWow Wild Berry'

    (5)
    From $1999

  • Purple Dragon Dead Nettle

    Lamium maculatum 'Purple Dragon'

    (7)
    From $1999

  • Easy as Pie® Bush Cherry

    Prunus x 'Easy as Pie'

    (1)
    From $2649

  • Rainbow's End Hosta

    Hosta 'Rainbow's End'

    (3)
    From $1999

  • Pink Muhly Grass

    Muhlenbergia capillaris

    (10)
    $1999

  • Knock Out® Orange Glow™ Shrub Rose

    Rosa 'Knock Out Orange Glow'

    (6)
    From $1999

  • Cranberry Creek Boxwood

    Buxus x 'Cranberry Creek'

    (33)
    From $11888

  • October Glory® Red Maple Tree

    Acer rubrum 'October Glory'

    (34)
    $6900

  • Miscanthus Lady in Red

    Miscanthus sinensis 'Lady in Red'

    (31)
    From $3567

  • Dwarf Fountain Grass

    Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln'

    (27)
    From $1999

  • Fire Dragon Maiden Grass

    Miscanthus sinensis 'Fire Dragon'

    (7)
    $1999

  • Snow Fountain® Weeping Cherry Tree

    Prunus x 'Snow Fountain'

    (40)
    $13787

  • Autumn Blaze® Maple Tree

    Acer x freemanii 'Autumn Blaze'

    (74)
    $11900

  • Little Lime® Panicle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea p. 'Little Lime'

    (57)
    From $4293

  • Slender Silhouette Sweetgum

    Liquidambar styraciflua 'Slender Silhouette'

    (3)
    $12030
  • Lollipop® crabapple branches covered in white spring flowers

    Lollipop® Flowering Crabapple Tree

    Malus x 'Lollipop'

    $6999

  • Nova Zembla Rhododendron

    Rhododendron x 'Nova Zembla'

    (8)
    From $3996

  • Tuff Stuff Ah - Ha® Hydrangea

    Hydrangea serrata 'Tuff Stuff Ah-Ha'

    (12)
    From $9058

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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