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  • Purple de Oro Daylily

    Hemerocallis 'Purple De Oro'

    (2)
    $3170
  • June Princess Nectarine (Prunus persica 'June Princess'), a tree featuring open, rounded form.

    June Princess Nectarine

    Prunus persica 'June Princess'

    (1)
    $8392

  • Snow Fountain® Weeping Cherry Tree

    Prunus x 'Snofozam'

    (39)
    $13787

  • Annabelle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle'

    (640)
    From $6827

  • North Privet Hedge

    Ligustrum x ibolium

    (4)
    $5430

  • Glitters Like Gold Black - Eyed Susan

    Rudbeckia x 'Glitters Like Gold'

    (3)
    From $4026

  • Jackman Clematis

    Clematis 'Jackmanii Superba'

    (6)
    From $2611

  • Tiny Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'SMNHPSB' PP34,468

    (640)
    From $6991

  • Junior Giant Arborvitae

    Thuja x plicata 'Junior Giant' PP31,297

    Up to 25% off
    (2)
    From $7455 $9940

  • Paint The Town Red Dianthus

    Dianthus 'Paint the Town Red'

    (4)
    From $1999

  • Marcus Salvia

    Salvia nemorosa 'Marcus'

    (2)
    From $1999

  • Tiny Wine® Ninebark

    Physocarpus opulifolius 'SMPOTW'

    Up to 20% off
    (5)
    From $5293 $6616

  • GardenGhost® Artemisia

    Artemisia ludoviciana 'G19123'

    From $3039

  • Paper Birch Tree

    Betula papyrifera

    (4)
    $9790

  • Moonglow® Sweetbay Magnolia

    Magnolia virginiana 'Moonglow'

    (4)
    $9407

  • Pink Manners Obedient Plant

    Physostegia virginiana 'Pink Manners'

    (2)
    $3467

  • Top Hat Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium 'Top Hat'

    $4070

  • Just Chill® Double Pink Camellia

    Camellia hiemalis 'FL-CP-1'

    $2691

  • Sky Pencil Holly

    Ilex crenata 'Sky Pencil'

    Up to 30% off
    (22)
    From $2559

  • Lesser Calamint

    Calamintha nepeta subsp. nepeta

    (5)
    From $1999

  • Patriot Hosta

    Hosta 'Patriot'

    (2)
    From $2771

  • Phenomenal® Lavender

    Lavandula x intermedia 'Niko'

    (12)
    From $3660

  • Ozark Beauty Everbearing Strawberry Plant

    Fragaria x ananassa 'Ozark'

    (7)
    From $1999

  • Adagio Maiden Grass

    Miscanthus sinensis 'Adagio'

    (11)
    From $1999

  • Flame® Pro Baby Doll Garden Phlox

    Phlox paniculata 'Flame Pro Baby Doll'

    (2)
    From $1999

  • Blue Arrow Juniper Tree

    Juniperus scopulorum 'Blue Arrow'

    (2)
    $2998

  • Magic Carpet Spirea

    Spirea japonica 'Walbuma'

    (1)
    From $7276

  • Pink Cascade Butterfly Bush

    Buddleja x 'Pink Cascade'

    (2)
    $6944

  • Husker Red Penstemon

    Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red'

    $3406
  • Close-up of a Frau Dagmar Hartopp rose blossom featuring single, silvery-pink petals and a prominent golden-yellow center set against deep green, crinkled foliage.

    Frau Dagmar Hartopp Rose

    Rosa rugosa 'Frau Dagmar Hartopp'

    (1)
    $9965

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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