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  • Topaz Jazz Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'Topaz Jazz' PPAF

    From $1699

  • White Pillar® Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus syriacus 'Gandini van Aart'

    (2)
    $2614

  • Sally™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Evipo077'

    (1)
    $6743
  • Yellow Delicious Apple Tree (Malus domestica 'Yellow Delicious'), a tree featuring white flowers and deciduous.

    Yellow Delicious Apple Tree

    Malus domestica 'Yellow Delicious'

    Up to 28% off
    From $8422 $11666

  • Fireworks Goldenrod

    Solidago rugosa 'Fireworks'

    $3485
  • Spring Glory Forsythia (Forsythia x intermedia 'Spring Glory'), a shrub featuring yellow flowers and deciduous.

    Spring Glory Forsythia

    Forsythia x intermedia 'Spring Glory'

    (1)
    From $2133

  • Magical® Gold Forsythia

    Forsythia x intermedia 'Kolgold'

    $7742

  • Let's Dance® Can Do™ Mountain Hydrangea

    Hydrangea macrophylla subsp. serrata 'SMNHSI'

    (556)
    From $2614
  • Braeburn Apple Tree (Malus 'Braeburn'), a tree featuring pink, white flowers and deciduous.

    Braeburn Apple Tree

    Malus 'Braeburn'

    $6943

  • Perfecto Mundo Epic Pink® Reblooming Azalea

    Rhododendron x 'NCRX9'

    $2633

  • Summerific® Berry Awesome Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus x 'Berry Awesome' PP27,936

    $5251

  • Bloomerang® Showmound Lilac

    Syringa x pubescens 'Bloomerang Showmound'

    $2614
  • 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'

    $2950
  • Moonshadow Wintercreeper Euonymus (Euonymus fortunei 'Moonshadow'), a shrub featuring yellow, green flowers and broad-leaved evergreen.

    Moonshadow Wintercreeper Euonymus

    Euonymus fortunei 'Moonshadow'

    From $2485
  • Harvester Peach (Prunus persica 'Harvester'), a tree featuring open, rounded form.

    Harvester Peach

    Prunus persica 'Harvester'

    25% off
    $6294 $8392
  • Serene Lilac Catmint (Nepeta 'Serene Lilac'), a perennial featuring clumping, spreading form.

    Serene Lilac Catmint

    Nepeta 'Serene Lilac'

    $2614

  • Great Expectations Hosta

    Hosta sieboldiana 'Great Expectations'

    $3275

  • Forever Emerald™ Inkberry

    Ilex glabra 'Alexander'

    $8425

  • Castle Spire® Blue Holly

    Ilex x meserveae 'Hachfee'

    (10)
    From $2614

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    Buddleia x 'Blue Chip Jr.'

    From $2622

  • Variegata Japanese Iris

    Iris ensata 'Variegata'

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    (2)
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  • Fernspray Hinoki False Cypress

    Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Filicoides'

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    Purple Lance - Leaved Loosestrife

    Lysimachia lanceolata var. purpurea

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    $2238 $3443

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    Rosa 'WEKpurmebep'

    (1)
    $10023

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    Ilex x meserveae 'Honey Maid'

    30% off
    $6411 $9158

  • Herbert Azalea

    Rhododendron x 'Herbert'

    (2)
    From $3383
  • White Turtlehead (Chelone glabra), a perennial featuring white flowers and perennial.

    White Turtlehead

    Chelone glabra

    From $1699

  • Bloomables® New Age™ Lavender Lilac

    Syringa vulgaris 'G13099'

    35% off
    $5617 $8641

  • Candy Girl Prairie Mallow

    Lespedeza 'Candy Girl'

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    $4805 $6406
  • June Princess Nectarine (Prunus persica 'June Princess'), a tree featuring open, rounded form.

    June Princess Nectarine

    Prunus persica 'June Princess'

    $8392

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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