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  • Rainforest Sunrise Hosta

    Hosta 'Rainforest Sunrise'

    From $3507

  • Perfecto Mundo Fuchsia Carpet® Azalea

    Rhododendron x 'NCRX12'

    $2655

  • FrostKiss™ Molly's White® Lenten Rose

    Helleborus x 'EPBRD01'

    $5378
  • Big Bluestem Grass (Andropogon gerardii), a perennial featuring purple, red, orange, yellow flowers and perennial.

    Big Bluestem Grass

    Andropogon gerardii

    $5870

  • Twisty Baby Black Locust Tree

    Robinia pseudoacacia 'Lace Lady'

    (2)
    $12271

  • Juke Box™ Pyracomeles

    xPyracomeles 'NCXP1'

    $2649

  • Earth Angel Hosta

    Hosta 'Earth Angel'

    $2910
  • Compact Japanese Holly (Ilex crenata 'Compacta'), a shrub featuring white flowers and broad-leaved evergreen.

    Compact Japanese Holly

    Ilex crenata 'Compacta'

    From $2559

  • Bloodgood Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood'

    (46)
    $15661

  • Zimmerman Cherry Laurel

    Prunus laurocerasus 'Zimmerman'

    (1)
    $7409
  • Needlepoint Holly (Ilex cornuta 'Needlepoint'), a shrub featuring white flowers and dense, erect form.

    Needlepoint Holly

    Ilex cornuta 'Needlepoint'

    (2)
    $3461

  • Red Maple Tree

    Acer rubrum

    (1)
    $9790

  • Prairie Fire New Zealand Sedge Grass

    Carex testacea 'Prairie Fire'

    (1)
    $3125
  • Lindsey's Skyward™ Baldcypress

    Lindsey's Skyward™ Bald Cypress

    Taxodium distichum 'Skyward'

    (1)
    $11160
  • Li'L Bang™ Red Elf Coreopsis

    Li'L Bang™ Red Elf Coreopsis

    Coreopsis x 'Red Elf'

    $3453

  • David Viburnum

    Viburnum davidii

    $7792

  • Sunjoy Mini Maroon® Barberry

    Berberis thunbergii 'NCBT1'

    (4)
    From $7692
  • Baptisia Grape Escape False Indigo displaying multiple dusky purple flower spikes with cream keels rising above blue-green foliage in a mixed perennial border with hostas and ornamental grasses

    Grape Escape False Indigo

    Baptisia 'Grape Escape'

    $4462

  • Korean Rhododendron

    Rhodendron yedoense var.poukhanense 'Compact'

    $9091
  • Jelena Witch Hazel (Hamamelis x intermedia 'Jelena'), a tree featuring ascending, erect form.

    Jelena Witch Hazel

    Hamamelis x intermedia 'Jelena'

    $10240

  • Golden Ticket® Privet

    Ligustrum x vicaryi 'NCLX1'

    (1)
    $2649

  • Grape Explosion Bigleaf Hydrangea

    Hydrangea macrophylla 'Grape Explosion'

    (644)
    $8924

  • Bixby Azalea

    Rhododendron x 'Bixby'

    New arrival
    (1)
    $9104

  • Mystic Fairy® Shrub Rose

    Rosa 'BAIfairy'

    $6629
  • Twilight Zone Little Bluestem Grass (Schizachyrium scoparium 'Twilight Zone'), a perennial featuring yellow, mixed flowers and perennial.

    Twilight Zone Little Bluestem Grass

    Schizachyrium scoparium 'Twilight Zone'

    $5375

  • Winterscape Chilly Willy™ Japanese Holly

    Ilex Crenata Winterscape 'Chilly Willy'

    (1)
    $8541

  • Tempelhof Hinoki False Cypress

    Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Tempelhof'

    $13237

  • Techny Arborvitae

    Thuja occidentalis 'Techny'

    (2)
    $4899

  • Lavender Cascade Butterfly Bush

    Buddleia x 'Lavender Cascade'

    (1)
    $6945
  • Silver Heart Brunnera (Brunnera macrophylla 'Silver Heart'), a perennial featuring blue flowers and perennial.

    Silver Heart Brunnera

    Brunnera macrophylla 'Silver Heart'

    (1)
    $4119

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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