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  • Neatball® Boxwood

    Buxus microphylla 'NSBBL'

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    $2763
  • Ryusen Weeping Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum 'Ryusen'), a tree featuring deciduous and broad, dense form.

    Ryusen Weeping Japanese Maple

    Acer palmatum 'Ryusen'

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    $19980

  • Guardian Mix Delphinium

    Delphinium elatum ‘Guardian Mix’

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    $3463

  • Red Sprite Holly

    Ilex verticillata 'Red Sprite'

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    $7875
  • Lily Looks™ Tiny Lion Asiatic Lily (Lilium asiatic 'Tiny Lion'), a perennial featuring orange flowers and perennial.

    Lily Looks™ Tiny Lion Asiatic Lily

    Lilium asiatic 'Tiny Lion'

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    $2977

  • Foxglove Beardtongue

    Penstemon digitalis

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    $3956

  • Ragin' Red™ Dogwood

    Cornus florida 'JN13'

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    $11500

  • Froggie™ Bigleaf Hydrangea

    Hydrangea macrophylla 'COF HM2’

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    $7243

  • Garden Sun™ Climbing Rose

    Rosa 'Meivaleir'

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    $5116

  • Buzz™ Sky Blue Butterfly Bush

    Buddleia davidii 'TOBUDSKYBL'

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    $7409

  • Cortland Apple Tree

    Malus 'Cortland'

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    $6943

  • Jazz Hands Mini® Chinese Fringe Flower

    Loropetalum chinense 'Beni Hime'

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    $2729
  • Mars Madness Hardy Hibiscus (Hibiscus 'Mars Madness' PP27838), a perennial featuring red, pink flowers and perennial.

    Mars Madness Hardy Hibiscus

    Hibiscus 'Mars Madness' PP27838

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    (1)
    $5237

  • Camelot Lavender Foxglove

    Digitalis purpurea 'Camelot Lavender'

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    $3115
  • Lemon Lights Azalea (Rhododendron 'Lemon Lights'), a shrub featuring yellow flowers and deciduous.

    Lemon Lights Azalea

    Rhododendron 'Lemon Lights'

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    (3)
    $9540

  • Red Balloon™ Viburnum

    Viburnum x rhytidophylloides 'Redell'

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    (2)
    $2614

  • Lilac Lights™ Azalea

    Rhododendron 'Lilac Lights'

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    (2)
    $9540

  • Mellow Yellows Coneflower

    Echinacea purpurea ‘Mellow Yellows’

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    $3427
  • Jersey Blueberry Bush (Vaccinium 'Jersey'), a shrub featuring white flowers and deciduous.

    Jersey Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium 'Jersey'

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    $9041

  • Weeping Siberian Pea Shrub Tree Form

    Caragana arborescens 'Pendula'

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    $24860

  • Hearts of Gold Redbud Tree

    Cercis canadensis 'Hearts of Gold'

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    $10440

  • Stanley Prune Plum Tree

    Prunus 'Stanley'

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    $23067

  • Funyella® Clematis

    Clematis hybrid ‘Golden Dream’ PP 33,363

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    $2614

  • Yellow Brick Road Rose

    Rosa 'BAIoad'

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    $6619

  • Glow Stick Japanese Holly

    Ilex crenata 'NCIC2'

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    $2659
  • Wildfire Black Gum (Nyssa sylvatica 'Wildfire'), a tree featuring yellow, white flowers and deciduous.

    Wildfire Black Gum

    Nyssa sylvatica 'Wildfire'

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    $9790

  • Woods Pink Aster

    Aster x dumosus 'Woods Pink'

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    $4833
  • Karasugawa Japanese Maple

    Karasu Gawa Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Karasu Gawa'

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    $21002

  • Compact Oregon Grape Holly

    Mahonia aquifolium 'Compacta'

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    $3530

  • Judd Viburnum

    Viburnum x 'Juddii'

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    $7676

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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