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  • Summer Snow® Gardenia (Gerdenia jasminoides 'Bab1183' PP22797), a shrub featuring white flowers and broad-leaved evergreen.

    Summer Snow® Gardenia

    Gerdenia jasminoides 'Bab1183' PP22797

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    $2674 $3566

  • Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry

    Amelanchier x grandiflora 'Autumn Brilliance'

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    (12)
    From $6358 $7480

  • Sweet Kate Spiderwort

    Tradescantia 'Sweet Kate'

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    (3)
    $2378 $3170

  • Butterfly Candy™ Lil' Lavender™ Butterfly Bush

    Buddleia davidii ’Lil' Lavender’

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    (2)
    $3911 $4345

  • Reliance Peach Tree

    Prunus persica 'Reliance'

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    $7560 $9450

  • Harry Lauder's Walking Stick

    Corylus avellana 'Contorta'

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    (18)
    $10725 $11917

  • Emerald Blue Creeping Phlox

    Phlox subulata 'Emerald Blue'

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    From $2847

  • Little Henry® Virginia Sweetspire

    Itea virginica 'Sprich'

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    From $6194 $8258

  • Woodbine

    Clematis vrginiana

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    (4)
    $3124 $3675

  • Blaze Improved Climbing Rose

    Rosa 'Blaze'

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    From $2052 $2414

  • Bur Oak Tree

    Quercus macrocarpa

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    $5087 $6359

  • Bridal Veil® Astilbe

    Astilbe x arendsii 'Bridal Veil'

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    $2680 $3153

  • Dwarf Gardenia Radicans

    Gardenia jasminoides 'Radicans'

    (7)
    $2668

  • Coral Star Honeysuckle

    Lonicera x 'Celestial'

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    (6)
    From $7848 $9233

  • Medusa Allium

    Allium 'Medusa'

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    From $3217 $4021
  • Jeana Tall Garden Phlox Blooms

    Jeana Tall Garden Phlox

    Phlox paniculata 'Jeana'

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    From $3001 $3751

  • Calypso Shrub Rose

    Rosa 'BAIypso'

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    $4977 $6636

  • Red Midget Ratibida

    Ratibida columnifera 'Red Midget'

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    $2584 $3230

  • Perfecta Trifecta Butterfly Bush

    Buddleia davidii BUZZ 'Sky Blue' 'Hot Raspberry' 'Ivory'

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    From $4256 $4729

  • Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass

    Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster'

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    From $2819 $3317

  • Winter Gem Boxwood

    Buxus microphylla var. japonica 'Winter Gem'

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    From $2489

  • Canadice Seedless Grape Vine

    Vitis 'Canadice'

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    $3020 $3356

  • Happy Jack® Purple Clematis

    Clematis x 'Zojapur'

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    $2699

  • Peach Blossom Astilbe

    Astilbe x 'Peach Blossom'

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    $2360 $3147

  • Autumn Blooming Cherry Tree

    Prunus subhirtella 'Autumnalis'

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    $7560 $9450

  • Lakemont Seedless White Grape Vine

    Vitis 'Lakemont'

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    $2517 $3356

  • Major Wheeler Honeysuckle Vine

    Lonicera sempervirens 'Major Wheeler'

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    $7607 $10143

  • Little Joe Pye Weed

    Eupatorium purpureum 'Little Joe'

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    $4237 $5649

  • Sweet Autumn Clematis

    Clematis terniflora

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    (60)
    $2720 $3022

  • Phenomenal® Lavender

    Lavandula x intermedia 'Niko'

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    From $1830 $3660

Zone 8 Plants, Trees & Shrubs

Zone 8 Plants: Warm-Climate Gardening at Its Best

USDA Hardiness Zone 8 covers the heart of the Sun Belt, with average annual minimums between 10°F and 20°F. From the Deep South and Gulf Coast through central Texas, the Southwest, and the mild Pacific Northwest coast, Zone 8 gardens enjoy long, warm growing seasons with mild winters that rarely threaten established plants.

This collection includes every heat-tolerant and Zone 8-rated plant in our inventory. From drought-resistant landscaping staples to tropical-look showpieces, Zone 8 gardeners have access to an extraordinary range of plants that thrive in warm conditions.

What Thrives in Zone 8?

Heat tolerant trees define Zone 8 landscapes. Crape Myrtles, Live Oaks, Southern Magnolias, Bald Cypress, and ornamental Palms provide shade, structure, and year-round beauty. Heat tolerant fruit trees including Citrus (Satsuma, Meyer Lemon), Fig, Peach, and Pecan are highly productive here.

Drought tolerant shrubs are essential for Zone 8's hot summers. Loropetalum, Nandina, Indian Hawthorn, Oleander, and native grasses like Muhly Grass and Gulf Muhly thrive with minimal supplemental water once established. Evergreen screening with Wax Myrtle, Holly, and Privet provides year-round privacy.

Heat tolerant perennials including Lantana, Salvia, Hibiscus, Daylilies, and ornamental grasses deliver color through the long growing season. Full sun performers are particularly important in Zone 8 landscapes.

Zone 8 Gardening Tips

Plant in fall through early spring for best results. Zone 8 summers can stress newly planted stock, so avoid July-August planting when possible. Mulch heavily to conserve moisture and moderate soil temperatures. Choose drought-tolerant varieties to reduce water needs during peak summer heat.

FAQ's for Buying Zone 8 Plants FAQs Online

What is USDA Hardiness Zone 8?
Zone 8 is defined by average annual minimum temperatures between 10°F and 20°F. It covers the Deep South, Gulf Coast, central Texas, the Southwest, and the Pacific Northwest coast. Zone 8 gardens enjoy long warm seasons with mild winters.

What are the best drought tolerant trees for Zone 8?
Top drought-tolerant Zone 8 trees include Crape Myrtle, Live Oak, Bald Cypress, Desert Willow, Vitex (Chaste Tree), and Chinese Pistache. These establish deep root systems and handle Zone 8 heat and periodic drought with minimal supplemental watering.

Can you grow citrus in Zone 8?
Yes. Hardy citrus varieties like Satsuma Mandarin, Meyer Lemon, and Kumquat are well-suited to Zone 8. Plant in a sheltered south-facing location and provide frost protection during occasional hard freezes. Zone 8b is generally more reliable for citrus than 8a.

When should I plant in Zone 8?
Fall through early spring (October-March) is the ideal planting window in Zone 8. This allows root establishment during cool, mild months before summer heat arrives. Avoid planting during July and August when heat stress can damage newly planted stock.

What are heat tolerant shrubs for Zone 8?
Excellent heat-tolerant Zone 8 shrubs include Loropetalum, Nandina, Indian Hawthorn, Oleander, Abelia, Vitex, and Wax Myrtle. Native grasses like Muhly Grass and Fountain Grass are also outstanding choices for low-water, heat-loving landscapes.
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