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  • McIntosh Apple Tree

    Malus 'McIntosh'

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  • Euphoria™ Ruby Joe-Pye Weed

    Euphoria™ Ruby Joe - Pye Weed

    Eupatorium purpureum 'FLOREUPRE1' PP31,668

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  • Pinky Winky Prime® Panicle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'ILVOHPPRM' PP35,334

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  • Lemon Lights Azalea (Rhododendron 'Lemon Lights'), a shrub featuring yellow flowers and deciduous.

    Lemon Lights Azalea

    Rhododendron 'Lemon Lights'

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    White Chiffon® Rose of Sharon Tree Form

    Hibiscus syriacus 'Notwoodtwo'

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    Astilbe x 'Peach Blossom'

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    Liatris spicata 'Kobold'

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  • Rainbow Rhythm® Ruby Spider Daylily

    Hemerocallis 'Ruby Spider'

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  • Happy Face® Pink Paradise Potentilla

    Potentilla fruticosa HAPPY FACE 'Kupinpa'

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    Hibiscus x 'Ballet Slippers' PP29,896

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  • Younique™ Pink Astilbe (Astilbe x 'Verspink'), a perennial featuring pink flowers and perennial.

    Younique™ Pink Astilbe

    Astilbe x 'Verspink'

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  • Cortland Apple Tree

    Malus 'Cortland'

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  • Bubblegum Pink™ Phlox

    Phlox paniculata 'Ditomfra'

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  • Cora Louise Itoh Peony (Paeonia x 'Cora Louise'), a perennial featuring purple, white flowers and perennial.

    Cora Louise Itoh Peony

    Paeonia x 'Cora Louise'

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  • Cesky Gold® Dwarf Birch

    Betula x plettkei 'Golden Treasure'

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  • Perfecto Mundo® Double Purple Azalea

    Rhododendron x 'NCRX4'

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  • Lavender Cascade Butterfly Bush

    Buddleia x 'Lavender Cascade'

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  • Carolina Silverbell

    Halesia carolina

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  • Abiqua Drinking Gourd Hosta

    Hosta 'Abiqua Drinking Gourd'

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    Phlox paniculata 'Larissa'

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  • Red Gnome Dogwood

    Cornus alba 'Regnzam'

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    Hypericum x 'Albury Purple'

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    Verbena stricta

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    Phlox paniculata 'Ditomfav'

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  • Dark Towers Penstemon

    Penstemon 'Dark Towers'

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    Heliopsis helianthoides 'Sunstruck' PP25,524

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    Physocarpus opulifolius 'Jefam'

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    Mertensia virginiana

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  • Kirigami™ Yellow Columbine (Aquilegia caerulea 'Yellow'), a perennial featuring yellow flowers and perennial.

    Kirigami™ Yellow Columbine

    Aquilegia caerulea 'Yellow'

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  • Chionoides Rhododendron

    Rhododendron 'Chionoides'

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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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