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  • Gatsby Star® Oakleaf Hydrangea

    Hydrangea quercifolia 'Doughill' PP25,412

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    From $4369
  • Scout Maiden Grass (Miscanthus sinensis 'M77'), a perennial featuring pink, white flowers and perennial.

    Scout Maiden Grass

    Miscanthus sinensis 'M77'

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    $6069

  • Lilac Lights™ Azalea

    Rhododendron 'Lilac Lights'

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    $9540
  • Camelot Cream Foxglove (Digitalis x 'Camelot Cream'), a perennial featuring white flowers and perennial.

    Camelot Cream Foxglove

    Digitalis x 'Camelot Cream'

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    $3691

  • Rock 'N Round™ Bundle of Joy Sedum

    Sedum 'Bundle of Joy'

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    $3363
  • Scarlet Heaven Itoh Peony (Paeonia x 'Scarlet Heaven'), a perennial featuring red flowers and perennial.

    Scarlet Heaven Itoh Peony

    Paeonia x 'Scarlet Heaven'

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    $13154

  • Mellow Yellows Coneflower

    Echinacea purpurea ‘Mellow Yellows’

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    $3427

  • Camelot Rose Foxglove

    Digitalis 'Camelot Rose'

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    $3113
  • Jersey Blueberry Bush (Vaccinium 'Jersey'), a shrub featuring white flowers and deciduous.

    Jersey Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium 'Jersey'

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    $9041

  • Cara Mia™ Yellow Coneflower

    Echinacea ‘Cara Mia Yellow’

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    $3824

  • Wheee! Hosta

    Hosta 'Wheee!'

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    $3247
  • Proven Winners® Westcountry™ Tequila Flame Lupine

    Westcountry™ Tequila Flame Lupine

    Lupinus polyphyllus 'Tequila Flame'

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    $4954

  • Amazing Daisies® Spun Silk Shasta Daisy

    Leucanthemum superbum 'Spun Silk'

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    $3458

  • Larissa Phlox

    Phlox paniculata 'Larissa'

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    $2768
  • Potted Blue and white columbine flowers on a wooden surface

    Winky Blue & White Columbine

    Aquilegia vulgaris 'Winky Blue-White'

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    $3040
  • Double Winky Blue & White Columbine

    Double Winky Dark Blue & White Columbine

    Aquilegia 'Double Winky Blue & White'

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    $2989

  • Invitation Tall Bearded Iris

    Iris germanica 'Invitation'

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    $4096

  • Walker Weeping Pea Shrub - Tree Form

    Caragana arborescens 'Walker'

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    (1)
    $24860

  • Oriental Asian Pear

    Pyrus pyrifolia

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    $23044
  • Evening Light Japanese Snowbell (Styrax japonicus 'Evening Light'), a tree featuring white flowers and deciduous.

    Evening Light Japanese Snowbell

    Styrax japonicus 'Evening Light'

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    $12521

  • Karley Rose Fountain Grass

    Pennisetum orientale 'Karley Rose'

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    $7583
  • Cannova® Mango Canna Lily (Canna × generalis 'Mango') plant, crop photo - Apr 9, 2026

    Cannova® Mango Canna Lily

    Canna × generalis 'Mango'

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    $4429

  • Snowdrop Anemone

    Anemone sylvestris

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    $2984

  • Sunjoy Really Red® Barberry

    Berberis thunbergii 'NCBX3'

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    $2649
  • Simply Color® Grandiflora Rose (Rosa x 'Simply Color'), a shrub featuring yellow flowers and deciduous.

    Simply Color® Grandiflora Rose

    Rosa x 'Simply Color'

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    $7176
  • Whipped Cream™ Floribunda Rose (Rosa 'Whipped Cream'), a shrub featuring yellow, white flowers and deciduous.

    Whipped Cream™ Floribunda Rose

    Rosa 'Whipped Cream'

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    $8458
  • Flaming Carpet™ Merlot Sedum (Sedum 'Flaming Carpet Merlot') plant, crop photo - Jun 11, 2025

    Flaming Carpet™ Merlot Sedum

    Sedum 'Flaming Carpet Merlot'

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    $3263

  • Woods Pink Aster

    Aster x dumosus 'Woods Pink'

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    $4833
  • Cannova® Bronze Peach Canna Lily (Canna 'Cannova Bronze Peach') plant, crop photo - Apr 9, 2026

    Cannova® Bronze Peach Canna Lily

    Canna 'Cannova Bronze Peach'

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    $4429
  • Boulevard® Chevalier™ Clematis

    Boulevard® Chevalier™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Evipo040'

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    $5211

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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