Shop With Confidence: FREE Growing & Glowing Promise

Free Shipping on Orders $199+
View as

  • Bedazzled Pink Hybrid Spring Phlox

    Phlox hybrid ‘Bedazzled Pink’ PP32,063

    Sold out
    $3464

  • Ohio Spiderwort

    Tradescantia ohiensis

    Sold out
    $3485

  • Oregold Hybrid Tea Rose

    Rosa 'TANolg'

    Sold out
    $8874

  • Goldfinger Potentilla

    Potentilla fruticosa 'Goldfinger'

    Sold out
    (1)
    From $5398

  • Jazz Hands Bold® Chinese Fringe Flower

    Loropetalum chinense 'Kurobi'

    Sold out
    $2679

  • Georgia Peach Coral Bells

    Heuchera x 'Georgia Peach'

    Sold out
    $4380

  • Angelina Sedum

    Sedum rupestre 'Angelina'

    Sold out
    (1)
    $2960

  • Beautiful Wood Fern

    Dryopteris pulcherrima

    Sold out
    (5)
    $3569
  • Clapp's Favorite European Pear Tree (Pyrus communis 'Clapp's Favorite'), a tree featuring white flowers and deciduous.

    Clapp's Favorite European Pear Tree

    Pyrus communis 'Clapp's Favorite'

    Sold out
    $7163

  • Haas Halo Hydrangea

    Hydrangea arborescens 'Haas Halo'

    Sold out
    (599)
    $8192

  • Illuminati Arch® Mockorange

    Philadelphus coronarius 'SMNPBD' PP32,351

    Sold out
    (3)
    $8258
  • WorryFree® Love-A-Lot™ Pink Hydrangea Tree (Hydrangea paniculata 'Bokropiav'), a tree featuring pink flowers and deciduous.

    WorryFree® Love-A-Lot™ Pink Hydrangea Tree

    Hydrangea paniculata 'Love-A-Lot'

    Sold out
    (599)
    $14728

  • Prairie Splendor™ Coneflower

    Echinacea purpurea 'Prairie Splendor'

    Sold out
    $3859

  • Black Hills Spruce Tree

    Picea glauca 'Densata' var. densata

    Sold out
    $4212

  • FlowerFull® Smooth Hydrangea

    Hydrangea arborescens 'BAIful' PP35,613

    Sold out
    (599)
    $8825

  • Amazing Daisies® Daisy May® Shasta Daisy

    Leucanthemum x superbum 'Daisy Duke'

    Sold out
    (1)
    $3429

  • The Blues Little Bluestem Grass

    Schizachyrium scoparium 'The Blues'

    Sold out
    (1)
    $5880

  • Bali™ Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus syriacus 'Minfren'

    Sold out
    $5830
  • Kismet® Red Coneflower (Echinacea x 'TNECHKRD' PP29,743), a perennial featuring red flowers and perennial.

    Kismet® Red Coneflower

    Echinacea x 'TNECHKRD' PP29,743

    Sold out
    $3831

  • Blue Stocking Bee Balm

    Monarda 'Blaustrumpf'

    Sold out
    (1)
    $3045

  • Pugster White® Butterfly Bush

    Buddleia x 'SMNBDW'

    Sold out
    (2)
    From $2614

  • Scentlandia® Sweetspire

    Itea virginica 'SMNIVDFC'

    Sold out
    $2614

  • Paw Paw

    Asimina triloba

    Sold out
    (14)
    $12931

  • Clarence Bearded Iris

    Iris germanica 'Clarence'

    Sold out
    $4960
  • Robusta Boston Ivy (Parthenocissus tricuspidata 'Robusta'), a perennial featuring white, green flowers and deciduous.

    Robusta Boston Ivy

    Parthenocissus tricuspidata 'Robusta'

    Sold out
    (2)
    From $1699

  • Starship™ Blue Cardinal Flower

    Lobelia x speciosa 'Pas1302712'

    Sold out
    $3494

  • Ha Ha Tonka Little Bluestem Grass

    Schizachyrium scoparium 'Ha Ha Tonka' PP32374

    Sold out
    $4364

  • BiColor Butterfly Bush

    Buddleia x weyeriana 'Bicolor'

    Sold out
    (52)
    From $2533

  • Techny Arborvitae

    Thuja occidentalis 'Techny'

    Sold out
    (2)
    $4899
  • Gold® Collection Pink Frost Lenten Rose

    Gold® Collection Pink Frost Lenten Rose

    Helleborus 'Pink Frost' PP# 21063

    Sold out
    (1)
    $5028

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.
Back to top