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  • Cherokee Brave™ Dogwood Tree

    Cornus florida 'Comco No. 1'

    (1)
    From $12241
  • Burgundy Blush Sweetgum Tree (Liquidambar styraciflua 'Burgundy Blush'), a tree featuring green, yellow flowers and deciduous.

    Burgundy Blush Sweetgum Tree

    Liquidambar styraciflua 'Burgundy Blush'

    (1)
    $14269

  • White Turtlehead

    Chelone glabra

    From $1999

  • Green Beauty Boxwood

    Buxus microphylla japonica 'Green Beauty'

    $9657

  • Dwarf Hinoki False Cypress

    Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana'

    $13237

  • Mohawk Burkwood Viburnum

    Viburnum × burkwoodii ‘Mohawk’

    (1)
    $7676
  • Gulf Stream Heavenly Bamboo (Nandina domestica 'Gulf Stream'), a shrub featuring white flowers and broad-leaved evergreen.

    Gulf Stream Heavenly Bamboo

    Nandina domestica 'Gulf Stream'

    (1)
    $2947

  • Fireworks Evening Primrose

    Oenothera fruticosa 'Fireworks'

    (2)
    $3694

  • Ithemba™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Ithemba'

    (1)
    $6193

  • White Knock Out® Shrub Rose

    Rosa 'Radwhite'

    (1)
    $7209

  • Holden’s™ Red Rhododendron

    Rhododendron ‘HoldenRhodo221’ PP 35,416

    New arrival
    (2)
    $10939

  • Ann Magnolia Shrub

    Magnolia x 'Ann'

    $10090

  • Bronze Wave Coral Bells

    Heuchera villosa 'Bronze Wave'

    (1)
    $3757

  • Elegans Hosta

    Hosta seiboldiana 'Elgans'

    (1)
    From $1999

  • Younique™ Pink Astilbe

    Astilbe x 'Verspink'

    $3430

  • Tsukiko™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Evipo110'

    (3)
    $6743

  • August Moon Hosta

    Hosta 'August Moon'

    $3094

  • Ribbon Falls Sedge Grass

    Carex oshimensis 'Ribbon Falls'

    From $1999

  • White Flowering Dogwood

    Cornus florida

    (35)
    From $10023

  • Franky Boy Arborvitae

    Thuja orientalis 'Franky Boy'

    $10852

  • EverBloom™ Watermelon Ice Dianthus

    Dianthus x 'G18139'

    From $1999

  • Vinho Verde® Weigela

    Weigela florida 'SMNWFBGV' PP34,297

    From $2649

  • Red Gnome Dogwood

    Cornus alba 'Regnzam'

    (2)
    $8458

  • Golden Vicary Privet

    Ligustrum x vicaryi

    (13)
    From $3469

  • Magical® Gold Forsythia

    Forsythia x intermedia 'Kolgold'

    $7742

  • Sunjoy® Mini Saffron Barberry

    Berberis thunbergii 'Kasia'

    From $7692

  • Chardonnay Pearls® Deutzia

    Deutzia gracilis 'Duncan'

    (3)
    From $6622

  • American Chestnut Tree

    Castanea dentata

    (3)
    $8957

  • Yuki Kabuki™ Deutzia

    Deutzia x 'NCDX3'

    $2699

  • Leptodermis

    Leptodermis oblonga

    $6954

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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