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  • May Night Salvia

    Salvia x sylvestris 'Mainacht'

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  • Iris My Friend Jonathan displays a striking burgundy red and coral orange bicolor flower with ruffled petals and bright yellow beard in full bloom.

    Iris My Friend Jonathan

    Iris germanica 'My Friend Jonathan'

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  • Pink Muhly Grass

    Muhlenbergia capillaris

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  • Creeping Thyme

    Thymus praecox 'Coccineus'

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  • Annabelle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle'

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  • Burning Hearts False Sunflower

    Heliopsis helianthoides var. scabra 'Burning Hearts'

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  • Golden Creeping Jenny

    Lysimachia nummularia 'Aurea'

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  • Ragin Cajun Indian Pink

    Spigelia marilandica 'Ragin Cajun'

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  • Black Truffle Cardinal Flower

    Lobelia cardinalis 'Black Truffle'

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  • Pampas Grass (Cortaderia selloana), a perennial featuring white flowers and perennial.

    Pampas Grass

    Cortaderia selloana

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  • Cunningham's White Rhododendron

    Rhododendron 'Cunningham's White'

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  • Little Volunteer Tulip Tree

    Liriodendron tulipifera 'Little Volunteer'

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  • Black Scallop Ajuga

    Ajuga reptans 'Black Scallop'

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  • Squeeze Box® Inkberry Holly

    Ilex glabra 'SMNIGFC'

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  • Li'l Bang™ Goldilocks Coreopsis

    Coreopsis x Li'l Bang 'Goldilocks' PP32,336

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  • Starry Night Hardy Hibiscus (Hibiscus 'Starry Starry Night'), a perennial featuring pink flowers and perennial.

    Starry Night Hardy Hibiscus

    Hibiscus 'Starry Starry Night'

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  • Flaming Carpet Sedum

    Sedum 'Flaming Carpet'

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  • Dappled Willow Tree Form (Salix integra 'Hakuro Nishiki'), a tree featuring yellow flowers and deciduous.

    Dappled Willow Tree Form

    Salix integra 'Hakuro Nishiki'

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  • Viking Black Chokeberry

    Aronia melanocarpa 'Viking'

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  • Bloodgood Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood'

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  • Kousa Dogwood Tree

    Cornus kousa chinensis

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  • Black Diamond® Purely Purple™ Crape Myrtle

    Lagerstroemia BLACK DIAMOND 'Purely Purple'

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  • White Flowering Dogwood

    Cornus florida

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  • Cat's Pajamas Catmint

    Nepeta x 'Cat's Pajamas'

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  • Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry

    Amelanchier x grandiflora 'Autumn Brilliance'

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  • Eastern Red Cedar Tree

    Juniperus virginiana

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  • Sentimental Blue Balloon Flower

    Platycodon grandiflorus 'Sentimental Blue'

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  • SpinTop™ Red Blanket Gaillardia

    Gaillardia aristata 'Spintop Red'

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  • Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'Bulk'

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  • Aphrodite Sweetshrub

    Calycanthus x 'Aphrodite'

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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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