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  • Stonehenge Skinny® Yew

    Taxus x media 'Stonehenge Skinny'

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    $2799

  • Mister Lincoln Hybrid Tea Rose

    Rosa 'Mister Lincoln'

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    $8874

  • DAKOTA™ Burgundy Penstemon

    Penstemon digitalis 'TNPENDB'

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    $3481

  • Marsh Marigold

    Caltha palustris

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    $3488

  • Moorpark Apricot Tree

    Prunus armeniaca 'Moorpark'

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    $12841

  • Goat's Beard

    Aruncus dioicus

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    $3521

  • Green Spice Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'Green Spice'

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    $3719

  • Adams Elderberry Bush

    Sambucus canadensis 'Adams'

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    $7426

  • Goat Willow (Pussy Willow)

    Salix caprea

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    $2731
  • Pocahontas Pink Bee Balm (Monarda didyma 'Pocahontas Pink'), a perennial featuring pink flowers and perennial.

    Pocahontas Pink Bee Balm

    Monarda didyma 'Pocahontas Pink'

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    $3494
  • Miracle On The Hudson™ Shrub Rose

    Miracle On The Hudson™ Shrub Rose

    Rosa x 'Bartholomew'

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    (1)
    $7176

  • Little Spark® Spirea

    Spiraea jap. 'Minspil04' PP30,819

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    $7942
  • Bonanza Peach Tree (Prunus persica 'Bonanza'), a tree featuring pink flowers and deciduous.

    Bonanza Peach Tree

    Prunus persica 'Bonanza'

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    (1)
    $14950

  • Purple Satin® Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus syriacus 'ILVOPS' PP28,839

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    $8924

  • Earlybird™ Purple Blue Columbine

    Aquilegia x hybrida 'PAS1258487'

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    From $1359
  • Sombrero Lemon Yellow Coneflower

    Sombrero® Lemon Yellow Coneflower

    Echinacea x 'Balsomemyim'

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    $1699
  • Wiggles & Squiggles Hosta (Hosta 'Wiggles and Squiggles'), a plant featuring perennial and clumping, mounding form.

    Wiggles & Squiggles Hosta

    Hosta 'Wiggles and Squiggles'

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    (1)
    From $1582
  • Li'L Bang™ Red Elf Coreopsis

    Li'L Bang™ Red Elf Coreopsis

    Coreopsis x 'Red Elf'

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    $3453

  • Sunseekers™ Golden Sun Coneflower

    Echinacea × ‘Ifecssgold’ PP 35,962

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    From $1699

  • Starship™ Burgundy Cardinal Flower

    Lobelia x speciosa 'PAS1301790'

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    $3493
  • Azure Rush Geranium (Geranium 'Azure Rush'), a perennial featuring blue, purple flowers and perennial.

    Azure Rush Geranium

    Geranium 'Azure Rush'

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    $4275

  • Kismet® Raspberry Coneflower

    Echinacea x 'TNECHKR'

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    $4099
  • Lady In Red™ Climbing Rose (Rosa 'WEKvaldaom'), a shrub featuring red flowers and deciduous.

    Lady In Red™ Climbing Rose

    Rosa 'WEKvaldaom'

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    $10599

  • Blue Moon Woodland Phlox

    Phlox divaricata 'Blue Moon'

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    (1)
    $3582
  • Pocahontas Red Rose Bee Balm (Monarda didyma 'Pocahontas Red Rose'), a perennial featuring red flowers and perennial.

    Pocahontas Red Rose Bee Balm

    Monarda didyma 'Pocahontas Red Rose'

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    $3502

  • Summerific® Holy Grail Hardy Hibiscus

    Hibiscus x 'Holy Grail' PP31,478

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    $5243

  • Tsukiko™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Evipo110'

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    $6743

  • Sunjoy® Tangelo™ Barberry

    Berberis thunbergii SUNJOY 'O'Byrne'

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    From $2614

  • Pink Lemonade Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium 'Pink Lemonade'

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    $3064
  • Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose (Rosa 'TANellis'), a shrub featuring red flowers and deciduous.

    Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose

    Rosa 'TANellis'

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    $8874

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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