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  • Clumping Bamboo - Nature Hills Nursery - #1 Container -

    Clumping Bamboo

    Fargesia rufa

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    $6310

  • Jackman Clematis

    Clematis 'Jackmanii Superba'

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    From $2611
  • A mature Smokey Serviceberry bush covered in dense clusters of white flowers, growing beside a dirt path and wooden fence in a natural rural landscape at sunset.

    Smokey Serviceberry

    Amelanchier alnifolia 'Smokey'

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    $4599
  • SunSparkler® Plum Dazzled Sedum

    SunSparkler® Plum Dazzled Sedum

    Sedum rupestre 'Plum Dazzled'

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  • Sunjoy® Gold Pillar Barberry

    Berberis thunbergii 'Maria'

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    $2614

  • Illuminati Tower® Mock Orange

    Philadelphus coronarius 'SMNPVG'

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    $2614

  • Raspberry Wine Bee Balm

    Monarda x 'Raspberry Wine'

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    $3871

  • Millenium Allium

    Allium senescens 'Millenium'

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    $4030
  • Little Vision in Purple Astilbe (Astilbe chinensis 'Little Vision in Purple'), a perennial featuring purple, pink flowers and perennial.

    Little Vision in Purple Astilbe

    Astilbe chinensis 'Little Vision in Purple'

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    $3425

  • Brandywine Maple Tree

    Acer rubrum 'Brandywine'

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    $9790

  • FrostKiss™ Molly's White® Lenten Rose

    Helleborus x 'EPBRD01'

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    $5378

  • Bernice's Legacy Bearded Iris

    Iris germanica 'Bernice's Legacy'

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    $4091

  • Becky Shasta Daisy

    Leucanthemum x superbum 'Becky'

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    $2950
  • SunSparkler® Wildfire Sedum

    SunSparkler® Wildfire Sedum

    Sedum rupestre 'Wildfire'

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  • Japanese Painted Fern

    Athyrium niponicum 'Pictum'

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  • Burgundy Lace Painted Fern

    Athyrium niponicum var. pictum 'Burgundy Lace'

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  • Luna™ Red Hibiscus

    Hibiscus moscheutos 'Luna Red'

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  • Summer Snowflake Viburnum

    Viburnum plicatum tomentosum 'Summer Snowflake'

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  • Earth Angel™ Parfuma® Floribunda Rose

    Rosa 'KORgeowim'

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    $9399

  • Green Laceleaf Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum dissectum ‘Viridis’

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    $18465

  • Gatsby Moon® Oakleaf hydrangea

    Hydrangea quercifolia 'Brother Edward' PP 25,413

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  • Nelly Moser Clematis

    Clematis 'Nelly Moser'

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  • Rose Mallow

    Hibiscus moscheutos

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    $3164

  • Sunseekers™ Sweet Fuchsia Coneflower

    Echinacea × ‘Ifecssswfu’ PP 35,709

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  • Pocahontas Purple Rose Bee Balm (Monarda didyma 'Pocahontas Purple Rose'), a perennial featuring purple flowers and perennial.

    Pocahontas Purple Rose Bee Balm

    Monarda didyma 'Pocahontas Purple Rose'

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    $3497

  • Let's Dance® Blue Jangles® Reblooming Hydrangea

    Hydrangea macrophylla LET'S DANCE 'SMHMTAU'

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  • Fairytrail Bride® Cascade Hydrangea®

    Hydrangea x 'USHYD0405'

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  • Hackberry Tree

    Celtis occidentalis

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    $14280

  • Redbud Crabapple Tree

    Malus zumi 'Calocarpa'

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  • Opening Act Blush Tall Garden Phlox

    Phlox hybrid PP27,462

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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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