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  • Castle Rouge® Blue Holly

    Ilex x meserveae 'HACH1'

    $2659
  • Wee Bit Innocent Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla 'SMNHMC'), a plant featuring pink flowers and deciduous.

    Wee Bit Innocent Hydrangea

    Hydrangea macrophylla 'SMNHMC'

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    $2614
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    Royal Red Honeycrisp Apple Tree

    Malus domestica 'LJ-1000'​ PP22,244

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    $15563 $19852

  • Swing Low® Distylium

    DISTYLIUM 'PIIDIST-VI' PP29,779

    $9907
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    Passion Lily of the Valley Shrub

    Pieris japonica 'Passion'

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    Jazz Hands® White Chinese Fringe-flower

    Loropetalum chinense 'Jazz Hands White'

    $2614

  • Golden Ragwort

    Packera aurea

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    $3375

  • Illuminati Arch® Mockorange

    Philadelphus coronarius 'SMNPBD' PP32,351

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  • Variegated Solomon's Seal

    Polygonatum odoratum 'Variegatum'

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  • Bluecrop Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium corymbosum 'Bluecrop'

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  • Sunseekers™ Salmon Coneflower

    Echinacea × ‘Ifecssal’ PP 32486

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    Chelone lyonii 'Hot Lips'

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  • Rise Up® Emberays Climbing Rose

    Rosa 'Rise Up Emberays'

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    $2614

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    Nepeta x faassenii 'G19213' SylvesterBlue™

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  • Burgundy Lace Painted Fern

    Athyrium niponicum var. pictum 'Burgundy Lace'

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  • Winky Purple & White Columbine (Aquilegia vulgaris 'Winky Purple & White'), a perennial featuring purple, white flowers and perennial.

    Winky Purple & White Columbine

    Aquilegia vulgaris 'Winky Purple & White'

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    $2951

  • Happy Face® Orange Potentilla

    Potentilla fruticosa 'Minporoug01'

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    $2731

  • Oso Easy® Lemon Zest® Shrub Rose

    Rosa x 'Chewhocan'

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  • Red Pillar® Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus syriacus 'GFNHSRP' PP 35,332

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  • FrostKiss® Glenda's Gloss® Lenten Rose (Helleborus x 'EPB 25' PP28,008), a perennial featuring white, pink flowers and broad-leaved evergreen.

    FrostKiss® Glenda's Gloss® Lenten Rose

    Helleborus x 'EPB 25' PP28,008

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  • Fire Dragon Maiden Grass

    Miscanthus sinensis 'Fire Dragon'

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  • Jacob Cline Bee Balm

    Monarda didyma 'Jacob Cline'

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  • Ghost Fern

    Athyrium x 'Ghost'

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    $3454

  • Summerific® Valentine's Crush Hardy Hibiscus

    Hibiscus x 'Valentine's Crush' PP35170

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  • Kintzley's Ghost® Honeysuckle Vine

    Lonicera reticulata 'P015S'

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  • Mister Lincoln Hybrid Tea Rose

    Rosa 'Mister Lincoln'

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    $8874
  • Pocahontas Red Rose Bee Balm (Monarda didyma 'Pocahontas Red Rose'), a perennial featuring red flowers and perennial.

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    Monarda didyma 'Pocahontas Red Rose'

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  • Purple Robe Locust Tree

    Robinia pseudoacacia 'Purple Robe'

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  • Red Baron Japanese Blood Grass

    Imperata cylindrica 'Red Baron'

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    Clematis 'Viva Polonia'

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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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