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  • Simply Scentsational® Sweetshrub

    Calycanthus floridus 'SMNCAF' PP 33,550

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  • Bandwidth Maiden Grass (Miscanthus sinensis 'NCMS2B' PP29,460), a perennial featuring perennial and arching, cascading form.

    Bandwidth Maiden Grass

    Miscanthus sinensis 'NCMS2B' PP29,460

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  • Elberta Peach Tree

    Prunus persica 'Elberta'

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  • Fragrant Sweet Box

    Sarcococca ruscifolia

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  • Shadblow Serviceberry

    Amelanchier canadensis

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  • FrostKiss™ Dorothy's Dawn® Lenten Rose (Helleborus x 'EPB 29' PP28,010), a perennial featuring pink flowers and broad-leaved evergreen.

    FrostKiss™ Dorothy's Dawn® Lenten Rose

    Helleborus x 'EPB 29' PP28,010

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  • Great Blue Lobelia

    Lobelia siphilitica

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    $3136
  • Crimson Princess Laceleaf Japanese Maple Tree (Acer palmatum dissectum 'Crimson Princess'), a tree featuring red flowers and deciduous.

    Crimson Princess Laceleaf Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum dissectum 'Crimson Princess'

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  • Kentucky Coffee Tree

    Gymnocladus dioicus

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  • Santa Rosa Plum Tree

    Prunus salicina 'Santa Rosa'

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  • Hearts of Gold Redbud Tree

    Cercis canadensis 'Hearts of Gold'

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    $10440
  • Karasugawa Japanese Maple

    Karasu Gawa Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Karasu Gawa'

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    $21002

  • Invitation Tall Bearded Iris

    Iris germanica 'Invitation'

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    $4096

  • Schubert Chokecherry Tree

    Prunus virginiana 'Schubert'

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    $7217

  • Natchez Blackberry Bush

    Rubus 'Natchez'

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    $3902

  • Poco Loco® Abelia

    Abelia x grandiflora 'SMNAGBT'

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    $2616
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    Cannova® Bronze Peach Canna Lily

    Canna 'Cannova Bronze Peach'

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    $4429
  • Color Fantasy® Hydrangea - Bush - Nature Hills Nursery - 1 Container -

    Color Fantasy® Hydrangea

    Hydrangea macrophylla 'Color Fantasy'

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  • Vanilla Spice® Summersweet

    Clethra 'Vanilla Spice'

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  • Jazz Hands Mini® Chinese Fringe Flower

    Loropetalum chinense 'Beni Hime'

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  • Camelot Lavender Foxglove

    Digitalis purpurea 'Camelot Lavender'

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  • Wheee! Hosta

    Hosta 'Wheee!'

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  • Buzz™ Sky Blue Butterfly Bush

    Buddleia davidii 'TOBUDSKYBL'

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  • Legend Of The Fall® Bottlebrush

    Fothergilla x intermedia 'ALICE' PP32,049

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  • Drops Of Gold Japanese Holly

    Ilex crenata 'Drops of Gold'

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  • Britt Marie Crawford Leopard Plant

    Ligularia dentata USPP 16,113

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  • Winky Rose and Rose Columbine (Aquilegia vulgaris 'Winky Rose and Rose'), a perennial featuring pink flowers and perennial.

    Winky Rose and Rose Columbine

    Aquilegia vulgaris 'Winky Rose and Rose'

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  • Shawnee Brave® Bald Cypress

    Taxodium distichum 'Mickelson'

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  • Rio Coral Bells

    Heuchera x ‘Rio’ PP24,273

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  • Maries Doublefile Viburnum

    Viburnum plicatum 'Mariesii'

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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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