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  • Big Red Peach (Prunus persica 'Big Red'), a tree featuring open, rounded form.

    Big Red Peach

    Prunus persica 'Big Red'

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    $6294

  • Golden Hinoki False Cypress

    Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Crippsii'

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    $5953

  • Satomi Dogwood Tree

    Cornus kousa 'Satomi'

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    (9)
    From $8183

  • Bowles Periwinkle

    Vinca minor 'Bowles'

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    (4)
    From $1999

  • PERMATHREAD™ Red Satin Coreopsis

    Coreopsis x 'Red Satin' PP# 25,736

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    (6)
    $3215

  • Willow Hybrid

    Salix x 'Austree'

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    (13)
    From $3950

  • Rainier Cherry Tree

    Prunus avium 'Rainier'

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    (9)
    $11584

  • Chickasaw Plum

    Prunus angustifolia

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    (13)
    $8370

  • Black Tartarian Cherry Tree

    Prunus avium 'Black Tartarian'

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    (19)
    From $12157

  • Coral Beauty Cotoneaster

    Cotoneaster dammeri 'Coral Beauty'

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    (1)
    $3989

  • Crimson Fire™ Fringe Flower

    Loropetalum chinensis var. rubrum 'PIILC-I'

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    (1)
    $9907

  • Gay Butterflies Butterfly Weed

    Asclepias tuberosa 'Gay Butterflies'

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    (10)
    $4999

  • Stella Cherry Tree

    Prunus avium 'Stella'

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    (10)
    $14703
  • Barbra Streisand Hybrid Tea Rose (Rosa 'Barbra Streisand'), a shrub featuring purple, pink flowers and deciduous.

    Barbra Streisand Hybrid Tea Rose

    Rosa 'Barbra Streisand'

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    (5)
    $9399

  • Sweetheart Sweet Cherry Tree

    Prunus avium 'Sweetheart'

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    (10)
    From $7169

  • Old Fashioned Bleeding Heart

    Dicentra spectabilis

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    (2)
    From $2322

  • Fire Light Tidbit® Panicle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'SMNHPK'

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    (644)
    From $2649

  • Double Take™ Scarlet Quince

    Chaenomeles speciosa 'Scarlet Storm'

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    (9)
    $2649
  • Redhaven Peach Tree (Prunus persica 'Redhaven'), a tree featuring pink flowers and deciduous.

    Redhaven Peach Tree

    Prunus persica 'Redhaven'

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    (13)
    $12571
  • American Gold Rush Black-Eyed Susan

    American Gold Rush Black - Eyed Susan

    Rudbeckia 'American Gold Rush'

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    $4033

  • Blazing Star

    Liatris spicata

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    $3899

  • Wild Rose Coral Bells

    Heuchera PRIMO 'Wild Rose'

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    (1)
    $4285
  • Marginal Wood Fern (Dryopteris marginalis), a perennial featuring perennial and arching, creeping form.

    Marginal Wood Fern

    Dryopteris marginalis

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    (1)
    $3878
  • Karmina Cranesbill Geranium (Geranium x cantabrigiense 'Karmina'), a perennial featuring pink flowers and perennial.

    Karmina Cranesbill Geranium

    Geranium x cantabrigiense 'Karmina'

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    $3476

  • Euphoria™ Ruby Joe - Pye Weed

    Eupatorium purpureum 'FLOREUPRE1' PP31,668

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    $2970

  • Azurri Blue Satin™ Rose of Sharon Shrub

    Hibiscus syriacus 'DVPazurri'

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    (6)
    $2649

  • Lapins Cherry Tree

    Prunus avium 'Lapins'

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    (17)
    $17963

  • WorryFree® Love-A-Lot™ Pink Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'Bokropiav' PPAF

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    (644)
    $9224
  • Noble Knight Meadow Sage (Salvia nemorosa 'Noble Knight'), a perennial featuring clumping, erect form.

    Noble Knight Meadow Sage

    Salvia nemorosa 'Noble Knight'

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    (4)
    $2614
  • Royal Gold Climbing Rose (Rosa 'Royal Gold'), a shrub featuring yellow flowers and deciduous.

    Royal Gold Climbing Rose

    Rosa 'Royal Gold'

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    $10599

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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