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  • Northcountry Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium 'Northcountry'

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    $2747

  • Blue Mouse Ears Hosta

    Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears'

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    $3273

  • Sonic Bloom® Wine Weigela

    Weigela florida 'SMNWFG' PP35,120

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  • Next Generation® Red Sensation Bigleaf Hydrangea

    Hydrangea macrophylla 'Red Sensation' PP18,197

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    $6830

  • Opening Act Pink - a - Dot Hybrid Phlox

    Phlox hybrid PP 31,732

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    $3432

  • Samaritan Jo™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Evipo075'

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    $6743

  • Sunjoy Fast Neo Barberry

    Berberis thunbergii 'NCBT4'

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  • Summerific® Lilac Crush Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus x 'Lilac Crush' PP35,181

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    $5487

  • Abiqua Drinking Gourd Hosta

    Hosta 'Abiqua Drinking Gourd'

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    $3502

  • Northland Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium corymbosum 'Northland'

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    $2747

  • Heritage® River Birch

    Betula nigra 'Cully'

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    $8942
  • Crimson Prince Japanese Maple

    Crimson Prince Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Crimson Prince'

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    $18465

  • Plum Pudding Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'Plum Pudding'

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    $3497
  • Compact Japanese Holly (Ilex crenata 'Compacta'), a shrub featuring white flowers and broad-leaved evergreen.

    Compact Japanese Holly

    Ilex crenata 'Compacta'

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    $8978

  • Toy Soldier™ Oakleaf Hydrangea

    Hydrangea quercifolia 'Bocotoso'

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    $8408

  • Chicago Lustre Arrowwood Viburnum

    Viburnum dentatum 'Synnestvedt'

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    $8192

  • Fignomenal® Dwarf Fig

    Ficus carica 'PT-DF-14' PP32,537

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    $8825
  • Shagbark Hickory Tree (Carya ovata), a tree featuring green flowers and deciduous.

    Shagbark Hickory Tree

    Carya ovata

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    From $13213
  • EverBloom™ Watermelon Ice Dianthus (Dianthus x 'G18139'), a perennial featuring pink flowers and perennial.

    EverBloom™ Watermelon Ice Dianthus

    Dianthus x 'G18139'

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  • Gold Splash® Wintercreeper Euonymus

    Euonymus fortunei 'Gold Splash'

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  • Regal Prince™ Oak Tree (Quercus robur x bicolor 'Long'), a tree featuring green flowers and deciduous.

    Regal Prince™ Oak Tree

    Quercus robur x bicolor 'Long'

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    $18898

  • Rainbow Rhythm® Storm Shelter Daylily

    Hemerocallis 'Storm Shelter'

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    $4240

  • Dark Knight Bluebeard

    Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Dark Knight'

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  • Prince's Plume Hyssop (Agastache ‘Prince’s Plume’), a perennial featuring orange flowers and perennial.

    Prince's Plume Hyssop

    Agastache ‘Prince’s Plume’

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    $3621

  • Gateway Joe - Pye Weed

    Eupatorium purpureum

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    $5226
  • Praline™ Fountain Grass (Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Tift H18' PP30,724), a perennial featuring perennial and clumping, erect form.

    Praline™ Fountain Grass

    Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Tift H18' PP30,724

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    $5890

  • Mr. Goodbud Sedum

    Sedum 'Mr. Goodbud'

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    $3144
  • Exclamation!™ London Planetree

    Exclamation!™ London Planetree

    Platanus x acerifolia 'Morton Circle'

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    $10650

  • Black Diamond® Mystic Magenta™ Crape Myrtle Shrub

    Lagerstroemia Black Diamond 'Mystic Magenta'

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  • Pinky Winky Prime® Panicle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'ILVOHPPRM' PP35,334

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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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