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  • Cascade Common Hops

    Humulus lupulus 'Cascade'

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    $5250
  • Julia Rose Itoh Peony (Paeonia x 'Julia Rose'), a perennial featuring pink flowers and perennial.

    Julia Rose Itoh Peony

    Paeonia x 'Julia Rose'

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    $13154

  • Miss Ruby Butterfly Bush

    Buddleia davidii 'Miss Ruby'

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    (6)
    $2614

  • Cardinal Flower

    Lobelia cardinalis

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    $3470

  • Wine Festival Bearded Iris

    Iris × germanica ‘Wine Festival’

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    $4092
  • Serene Lilac Catmint (Nepeta 'Serene Lilac'), a perennial featuring clumping, spreading form.

    Serene Lilac Catmint

    Nepeta 'Serene Lilac'

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    $2614

  • Boulevard® Olympia™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Evipo099'

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    $6743

  • Buttonbush

    Cephalanthus occidentalis

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    (3)
    $5632

  • Forever® Purple Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'TNHEUFP'

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    (1)
    $4371

  • Birthday Party Sedum

    Sedum 'Birthday Party'

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    (1)
    $3022

  • Earlybird™ Yellow Columbine

    Aquilegia x Earlybird 'Yellow'

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    (1)
    $3109

  • English Roseum Rhododendron

    Rhododendron

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    From $3996

  • Boulevard® Tranquilite™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Evipo111'

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    $6743

  • Pagoda Dogwood

    Cornus alternifolia

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    (2)
    $11184

  • Chinese Wild Ginger

    Asarum splendens

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    $4098

  • Old Glory Hosta

    Hosta 'Old Glory' PP12,503

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    (1)
    From $1582

  • Pleasant Peasant Tall Bearded Iris

    Iris germanica 'Pleasant Peasant'

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    $4088
  • Ketchup & Mustard™ Floribunda Rose

    Ketchup & Mustard™ Floribunda Rose

    Rosa 'WEKzazette'

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    (5)
    $8874

  • Hillside Black Beauty Bugbane

    Actaea simplex 'Hillside Black Beauty'

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    (1)
    $4945
  • Northern Pampas Grass (Tripidium ravennae), a perennial featuring white, purple flowers and clumping, erect form.

    Northern Pampas Grass

    Tripidium ravennae

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    (13)
    $5877

  • Ghost Fern

    Athyrium x 'Ghost'

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    $3454

  • Ruffled Velvet Siberian Iris

    Iris siberica 'Ruffled Velvet'

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    $3347
  • Grape Magic Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Grape Magic'), a perennial featuring purple flowers and perennial.

    Grape Magic Daylily

    Hemerocallis 'Grape Magic'

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    $3339

  • Prolific Hardy Kiwi

    Actinidia arguta 'Prolific'

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    $8344

  • Pink Manners Obedient Plant

    Physostegia virginiana 'Pink Manners'

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    (1)
    $3467

  • Cannova® Bronze Orange Canna Lily

    Canna x generalis 'Bronze Orange'

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    (3)
    $4429

  • High Contrast Lungwort

    Pulmonaria ‘High Contrast’ PP12,337

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    $3939
  • Gemo St. Johns Wort (Hypericum kalmianum 'Gemo'), a shrub featuring yellow flowers and deciduous.

    Gemo St. Johns Wort

    Hypericum kalmianum 'Gemo'

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    (3)
    $5904

  • Tiger Eyes® Cutleaf Staghorn Sumac

    Rhus typhina 'Bailtiger' PP16185

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    (3)
    $9907
  • Nectar Ninja Hyssop (Hyssopus 'Scentastic Blue'), a plant featuring blue flowers and perennial.

    Nectar Ninja Hyssop

    Hyssopus 'Scentastic Blue'

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    (2)
    $4396

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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