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  • Fignomenal® Dwarf Fig

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

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    $8825

  • Lavender Bubbles Allium

    Allium 'Lavender Bubbles' PP31,126

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    $4034
  • Arnold Promise Witch Hazel (Hamamelis x intermedia 'Arnold Promise'), a tree.

    Arnold Promise Witch Hazel

    Hamamelis x intermedia 'Arnold Promise'

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    $10240
  • Robusta Boston Ivy (Parthenocissus tricuspidata 'Robusta'), a perennial featuring white, green flowers and deciduous.

    Robusta Boston Ivy

    Parthenocissus tricuspidata 'Robusta'

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    (2)
    From $1699

  • Double Play® Candy Corn® Spirea

    Spiraea japonica 'NCSX1'

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    From $2614

  • Flavorette® Honey-Apricot Rose

    Rosa 'Flavorette Honey-Apricot'

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    $2799

  • Lil' Kim® Violet Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus syriacus 'SHIMRV24'

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    $6797

  • Sherwood Purple Creeping Phlox

    Phlox stolonifera 'Sherwood Purple'

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    $3337

  • Starship Deep Rose Lobelia

    Lobelia speciosa 'Starship Deep Rose'

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  • Little Vision in Purple Astilbe (Astilbe chinensis 'Little Vision in Purple'), a perennial featuring purple, pink flowers and perennial.

    Little Vision in Purple Astilbe

    Astilbe chinensis 'Little Vision in Purple'

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    $3425

  • Haas Halo Hydrangea

    Hydrangea arborescens 'Haas Halo'

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    (556)
    $8192

  • Glitters & Glows® Arrowwood Viburnum

    Viburnum dentatum 'Glitters & Glows'

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    $2614

  • High Contrast Lungwort

    Pulmonaria ‘High Contrast’ PP12,337

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    $2757 $3939

  • Dressed to Thrill® Crossvine

    Bignonia capreolata 'SMNBFW'

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    $2614

  • Summerific® Lilac Crush Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus x 'Lilac Crush' PP35,181

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  • 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'

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    $14728
  • Five Finger Maidenhair Fern (Adiantum aleuticum 'Five Finger'), a perennial featuring perennial and clumping, creeping form.

    Five Finger Maidenhair Fern

    Adiantum aleuticum 'Five Finger'

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    (1)
    $3429

  • Anna's Magic Ball® Arborvitae

    Thuja occidentalis 'Anna Van Vloten'

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  • Oso Easy En Fuego® Landscape Rose

    Rosa 'Oso Easy En Fuego'

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    $2614

  • Cayenne Dogwood

    Cornus amomum 'Cayenne'

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    $7742

  • Kismet® Yellow Coneflower

    Echinacea x 'TNECHKY' PP29,922

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    $2869 $3825

  • Burning Hearts False Sunflower

    Heliopsis helianthoides var. scabra 'Burning Hearts'

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    $3492

  • Fox Valley™ River Birch

    Betula nigra 'Little King'

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    $11760

  • Bedazzled Lavender Hybrid Spring Phlox

    Phlox subulata 'Bedazzled Lavender' PP 31,168

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    $3474

  • Whipcord Western Red Cedar

    Thuja plicata 'Whipcord'

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    $6391

  • Reminiscent® Pink Rose

    Rosa x 'Reminiscent Pink'

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    $2614

  • Dragontail Fern

    Asplenium x ebenoides

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    $2231 $3432
  • Percy Wiseman Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Percy Wiseman'), a shrub featuring rounded form.

    Percy Wiseman Rhododendron

    Rhododendron 'Percy Wiseman'

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    $3996
  • Candy Stripe Creeping Phlox (Phlox subulata 'Candy Stripe'), a perennial featuring pink, white flowers and perennial.

    Candy Stripe Creeping Phlox

    Phlox subulata 'Candy Stripe'

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    $2847
  • Robust Male Fern (Dryopteris filix-mas undulata 'Robusta'), a perennial featuring perennial and arching, dense form.

    Robust Male Fern

    Dryopteris filix-mas undulata 'Robusta'

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    $3426

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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