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  • Fairytrail Fresco® Cascade Hydrangea

    Hydrangea x 'Fairytrail Fresco'

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    (599)
    $2799
  • 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

  • Kismet® Yellow Coneflower

    Echinacea x 'TNECHKY' PP29,922

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    $3825

  • Fragrant Bouquet Hosta

    Hosta 'Fragrant Bouquet'

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    $3104
  • Hand holding an apple with a tree full of apples in the background

    Fruit Snacks® Tasty Red™ Columnar Apple Tree

    Malus 'Tasty Red'

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    (1)
    $13360

  • Sugar Tip® Rose of Sharon Tree

    Hibiscus syriacus 'America Irene Scott' PP20,579

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    (1)
    $6693

  • Peach Pearl Agastache

    Agastache 'Peach Pearl'

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    (1)
    $6133

  • SunSparkler® Dream Dazzler Sedum

    Sedum 'Dream Dazzler'

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    (2)
    From $1699

  • Brilliance Autumn Fern

    Dryopteris erythrosora 'Brilliance'

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    (5)
    From $1699
  • Gibraltar Bush Clover (Lespedeza thunbergii 'Gibraltar'), a shrub featuring purple, pink flowers and perennial.

    Gibraltar Bush Clover

    Lespedeza thunbergii 'Gibraltar'

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    (10)
    $5829
  • Sunseekers Orange Coneflower, a perennial.

    Sunseekers™ Orange Coneflower

    Echinacea 'SunSeekers Orange'

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    (4)
    $2495

  • Sprite Dwarf Astilbe

    Astilbe simplicifolia 'Sprite'

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    (2)
    $3152

  • Cat's Meow Catmint

    Nepeta faassenii 'Cat's Meow'

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    (1)
    $1899

  • Invincibelle Wee White® Hydrangea

    Hydrangea arborescens 'NCHA5'

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    (599)
    From $2648

  • Viva Polonia Clematis

    Clematis 'Viva Polonia'

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    (1)
    $2899

  • Iceberg® Floribunda Rose

    Rosa 'Iceberg'

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    (1)
    $8874
  • White Dawn® Climbing Rose (Rosa 'White Dawn'), a shrub featuring white flowers and deciduous.

    White Dawn® Climbing Rose

    Rosa 'White Dawn'

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    $10023

  • Pink Crush New England Aster

    Aster novae‑angliae ‘Pink Crush’ PP 33628

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    $3319
  • Cannova? Bronze Scarlet Canna

    Cannova® Bronze Scarlet Canna Lily

    Canna 'Cannova Bronze Scarlet'

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    $5499

  • Apple Slices Indian Pink

    Spigelia marilandica ‘Apple Slices’ PP 36,254

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    New arrival
    (2)
    $5261

  • All the Buzz Allium

    Allium 'All the Buzz'

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    (1)
    $2995

  • Pink Mink® Clematis

    Clematis x 'Krakowiak'

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    $2699

  • Stainless Steel™ Hybrid Tea Rose

    Rosa 'WEKblusi'

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    $10023

  • Kismet® Intense Orange Coneflower

    Echinacea x 'TNECHKIO' PP,28769

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    (1)
    $4063

  • Airbrush Effect Hardy Hibiscus

    Hibiscus 'Airbrush Effect' PP29,295

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    (3)
    From $3480

  • Blue Jay Highbush Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium corymbosum 'Blue Jay'

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    $3064

  • Buzz™ Ivory Butterfly Bush

    Buddleja davidii 'Buzz Ivory'

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    (1)
    $1963
  • Prairie Petite Lilac (Syringa vulgaris ‘Prairie Petite’), a shrub featuring purple flowers and deciduous.

    Prairie Petite Lilac

    Syringa vulgaris ‘Prairie Petite’

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    $6449

  • Mop Top® Fountain Butterfly Bush

    Buddleia alternifolia 'SMNBAB'

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    (2)
    $2689

  • Li'l Bang™ Darling Clementine Coreopsis

    Coreopsis hybrid ‘Darling Clementine’ PP 31,843

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    New arrival
    $3197

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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