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  • SunSparkler® Lime Zinger Sedum

    Sedum 'Lime Zinger'

    From $1699
  • Spice Bush (Lindera benzoin), a shrub featuring yellow, green flowers and deciduous.

    Spice Bush

    Lindera benzoin

    From $6696
  • Midnight Sun® Weigela (Weigela florida 'Verweig9'), a shrub featuring pink flowers and deciduous.

    Midnight Sun® Weigela

    Weigela florida 'Verweig9'

    (1)
    From $2614

  • Fringed Bleeding Heart

    Dicentra eximia

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    (1)
    $2680 $3828

  • Zephirine Drouhin Climbing Rose

    Rosa 'Zephirine Drouhin'

    (53)
    From $8874
  • Grosso Lavender (Lavandula x intermedia 'Grosso'), a perennial featuring purple flowers and perennial.

    Grosso Lavender

    Lavandula x intermedia 'Grosso'

    (1)
    $3667

  • Bloomerang® Dark Purple Lilac

    Syringa x 'Bloomerang® Dark Purple'

    (31)
    From $8167

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    Rosa 'New Dawn'

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    Buxus x 'Green Velvet'

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    Pyrus communis 'Bartlett'

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    Hydrangea paniculata 'Renhy'

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    (556)
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    Heuchera x 'Black Pearl'

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    From $1699

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    Nepeta x faassenii 'Novanepjun'

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    Hydrangea paniculata 'SMNHPK'

    (556)
    From $2614
  • A vibrant cluster of Sunseekers Rainbow Coneflowers (Echinacea) blooming in a professionally designed residential garden bed featuring a stone walkway, hostas, and lavender

    Sunseekers™ Rainbow Coneflower

    Echinacea 'Sunseekers Rainbow'

    $2499

  • Magenta Chiffon® Rose of Sharon Shrub

    Hibiscus syriacus 'Rwoods5'

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    (1)
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  • American Gold Rush Black-Eyed Susan

    American Gold Rush Black - Eyed Susan

    Rudbeckia 'American Gold Rush'

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  • Eastern Red Cedar Tree

    Juniperus virginiana

    (3)
    $4789
  • Major Wheeler Honeysuckle Vine (Lonicera sempervirens 'Major Wheeler'), a perennial featuring red flowers and deciduous.

    Major Wheeler Honeysuckle Vine

    Lonicera sempervirens 'Major Wheeler'

    (1)
    $10143

  • Princeton Sentry Ginkgo

    Ginkgo biloba 'Princeton Sentry'

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  • Mr. Poppins® Winterberry Holly

    Ilex verticillata 'Farrowmrp'

    $2659

  • Blue Princess Holly

    Ilex x meserveae 'Blue Princess'

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  • Climbing Hydrangea

    Hydrangea anomala subsp. petiolaris

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    From $5937

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    Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight'

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    Philadelphus 'Snowwhite Fantasy' PP13

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    Clumping Bamboo

    Fargesia rufa

    (2)
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    Syringa reticulata 'Ivory Silk'

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    Hydrangea arborescens INCREDIBALL 'Abetwo'

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    Miscanthus sinensis 'Strictus'

    From $1699

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    Sambucus nigra 'Eva'

    (4)
    From $2668

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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