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  • Echiniformis Hedgehog Spruce

    Picea glauca 'Echiniformis'

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  • Rainbow's End Dwarf Alberta Spruce

    Picea glauca 'Rainbow's End'

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    $4999

  • The Blues Weeping Colorado Spruce

    Picea pungens 'The Blues'

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    $7999

  • Tansu Dwarf Japanese Cedar

    Cryptomeria japonica 'Tansu'

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    $4999

  • Vanderwolf's Pyramid Limber Pine

    Pinus flexilis 'Vanderwolf's Pyramid'

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    $6999

  • Ko-Ku-Ho Japanese White Pine

    Pinus parviflora 'Ko-Ku-Ho'

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    $8999
  • Sea Urchin Dwarf White Pine in a black nursery pot, showing its compact rounded habit with soft blue-green needles.

    Sea Urchin Dwarf White Pine

    Pinus strobus 'Sea Urchin'

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    $5999
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    Stowe Pillar Columnar White Pine

    Pinus strobus 'Stowe Pillar'

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  • Standishii Golden Irish Yew

    Taxus baccata 'Standishii'

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    $4999

  • Dwarf Bright Gold Japanese Yew

    Taxus cuspidata 'Dwarf Bright Gold'

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  • Amber Glow Dwarf Arborvitae

    Thuja occidentalis 'Amber Glow'

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    $4999

  • Teddy Dwarf Arborvitae

    Thuja occidentalis 'Teddy'

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  • Grune Kugel Dwarf Western Red Cedar

    Thuja plicata 'Grüne Kugel'

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    $5499

  • Hokkaido Dwarf Lacebark Elm

    Ulmus parvifolia 'Hokkaido'

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  • Tenzan Dwarf Japanese Cedar

    Cryptomeria japonica 'Tenzan'

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  • Staircase™ Rose White Lupine

    Lupinus polyphyllus 'Staircase Rose White'

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    $5028

  • Kim's Knee High™ Coneflower

    Echinacea purpurea 'Kim's Knee High'

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    $3796

  • Peach Blast Daylily

    Hemerocallis 'Peach Blast'

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    $3813

  • Oso Easy® Hot Paprika® Shrub Rose

    Rosa x 'FARROWRSP'

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    $6686
  • Alocasia Low Rider Elephant Ear (Alocasia 'Low Rider'), a perennial featuring erect form.

    Alocasia Low Rider Elephant Ear

    Alocasia 'Low Rider'

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    $6923

  • Alocasia Sumo Elephant Ear

    Alocasia 'Sumo'

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  • Sombrero® Tres Amigos Coneflower (Echinacea x hybrida 'Balsomtresgo') plant, crop photo - May 19, 2025

    Sombrero® Tres Amigos Coneflower

    Echinacea x hybrida 'Balsomtresgo'

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  • Perfecto Mundo Pink Carpet® Reblooming Azalea

    Rhododendron x 'NCRX11'

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    $2654

  • Tortuga® Juniper

    Juniperus communis 'SMNJCB'

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  • Summer Snow Asiatic Lily

    Lilium asiaticum 'Summer Snow'

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    $2979
  • Tiny Heroes Asiatic Lily (Lilium asiaticum 'Tiny Heroes') plant, crop photo - Jun 1, 2026

    Tiny Heroes Asiatic Lily

    Lilium 'Tiny Heroes' (Lily Looks™ Series)

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  • Pink Tiny Pearl Asiatic Lily blooms with orange stamens surrounded by green buds in a garden planting.

    Tiny Pearl Asiatic Lily

    Lilium 'Tiny Pearl' (Lily Looks™ Series)

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    Grandiose® Series Asiatic Lilies (Yellow, Orange, & Pink)

    Lilium asiaticum 'Grandiose' Mixed

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  • Tiny Shadow Asiatic Lily (Lilium asiaticum 'Tiny Shadow') plant, crop photo - Jun 1, 2026

    Tiny Shadow Asiatic Lily

    Lilium 'Tiny Shadow' (Lily Looks™ Series)

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    Grandiose® Series Asiatic Lilies (Red, Rose Purple, & White)

    Lilium asiaticum 'Grandiose' Collection B

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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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