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  • Berry White® Panicle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'Renba'

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    (599)
    $8275

  • Lily Looks™ Tiny Double Dutch Asiatic Lily

    Lilium asiaticum 'Tiny Double Dutch'

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    $2998

  • Magical® Ruby Red Hydrangea

    Hydrangeamacrophylla 'KOLMARU' PP#25104

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    $7243

  • White Fringe Tree

    Chionanthus virginicus

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    (18)
    $9790
  • Sweet and Sour Sedum (Sedum kamtschaticum 'Sweet and Sour'), a perennial featuring yellow flowers and perennial.

    Sweet and Sour Sedum

    Sedum kamtschaticum 'Sweet and Sour'

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    $2631
  • Delilah™ Bicolor Magenta Dianthus (Dianthus plumarius ‘Bicolor Magenta’), a perennial featuring purple, red flowers and perennial.

    Delilah™ Bicolor Magenta Dianthus

    Dianthus plumarius ‘Bicolor Magenta’

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    $2952
  • 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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    $2958
  • Blue Mirror Delphinium (Delphinium grandiflorum 'Blue Mirror'), a perennial featuring blue flowers and perennial.

    Blue Mirror Delphinium

    Delphinium grandiflorum 'Blue Mirror'

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    $3486

  • Avalanche™ Birch Tree

    Betula x 'Avalzam'

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    (2)
    $9889

  • Cherokee Brave™ Dogwood Tree

    Cornus florida 'Comco No. 1'

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    From $10190
  • North Star Garnet Frills Hellebore - Lenten Rose with ruffled garnet-red blooms

    North Star™ Garnet Frills Lenten Rose

    Helleborus × hybridus ‘Garnet Frills’

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    $5028

  • Funshine® Abelia

    Abelia x grandiflora 'Minacara1'

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    $2614

  • Shadblow Serviceberry

    Amelanchier canadensis

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    (1)
    $10273

  • Golden Star

    Chrysogonum virginianum

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    $3363

  • Pink Snow Showers™ Weeping Cherry Tree

    Prunus x 'Pisnshzam'

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    (2)
    $10825

  • Firepower Heavenly Bamboo

    Nandina domestica 'Firepower'

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    $3929

  • Maries Doublefile Viburnum

    Viburnum plicatum 'Mariesii'

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    (2)
    $12200

  • Sassafras Tree

    Sassafras variifolium

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    (27)
    $9790
  • Color Fantasy® Hydrangea - Bush - Nature Hills Nursery - 1 Container -

    Color Fantasy® Hydrangea

    Hydrangea macrophylla 'Color Fantasy'

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    (599)
    $3746

  • Virginia Creeper

    Parthenocissus quinquefolia var. engelmanii

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    (2)
    $5800

  • Princeton American Elm Tree

    Ulmus americana 'Princeton'

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    (1)
    $7209
  • Cedar Rapids® False Cypress (Chamaecyparis pisifera 'RutCham1' USPP 36,620), a tree featuring evergreen and open, pyramidal form.

    Cedar Rapids® False Cypress

    Chamaecyparis pisifera 'RutCham1' USPP 36,620

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  • FrostKiss™ Anna's Red Lenten Rose

    Helleborus 'ABCRD02'

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    $5311
  • Calgary Boxwood shrub with dense, small oval green leaves and tiny white flower buds emerging in spring.

    Calgary Boxwood

    Buxus x 'Calgary'

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    $8109

  • Santa Rosa Plum Tree

    Prunus salicina 'Santa Rosa'

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    $11936
  • Dwarf Fothergilla (Fothergilla gardenii), a shrub featuring white flowers and deciduous.

    Dwarf Fothergilla

    Fothergilla gardenii

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    $6583

  • Linebacker™ Distylium

    DISTYLIUM 'PIIDIST-IV'

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    $9907
  • Greenlane™ Wintercreeper Euonymus (Euonymus fortunei var. radicans 'Grezam'), a shrub featuring green flowers and broad-leaved evergreen.

    Greenlane™ Wintercreeper Euonymus

    Euonymus fortunei var. radicans 'Grezam'

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    $6457

  • Hush Puppy™ Fountain Grass

    Pennisetum alopecuroides 'TIFT-PA5'

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    $5887

  • Fox Valley™ River Birch

    Betula nigra 'Little King'

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    $11760

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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