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  • Dandy Man Color Wheel® Rhododendron

    Rhododendron x 'Dandy Man Color Wheel'

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    $2899

  • Rock 'N Grow® Back in Black Sedum

    Sedum x 'Back in Black'

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    From $1999

  • Invincibelle Wee White® Hydrangea

    Hydrangea arborescens 'NCHA5'

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  • Berry Timeless Coral Bells

    Heuchera x 'Berry Timeless'

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  • Ebb Tide™ Floribunda Rose

    Rosa 'WEKsmopur'

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    $10023

  • Ground Hug® Chokeberry

    Aronia melanocarpa 'UCONNAM012'

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    (1)
    $2649

  • Lime Marmalade Coral Bells

    Heuchera x 'Lime Marmalade' PP21,861

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    $4375

  • Beyond Midnight® Bluebeard

    Caryopteris x clandonensis 'CT-9-12'

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    $3099

  • Oso Easy En Fuego® Landscape Rose

    Rosa 'Oso Easy En Fuego'

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    $2649

  • Sonic Bloom® Punch Weigela

    Weigela florida 'Sonic Bloom Punch'

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    $2649
  • Proven Winners® Color Choice® Snippet® Dark Pink Weigela

    Snippet® Dark Pink Weigela

    Weigela florida 'VUKOZLyra'

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    $2649

  • Sherwood Purple Creeping Phlox

    Phlox stolonifera 'Sherwood Purple'

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    $3337

  • Dublin Bay Climbing Rose

    Rosa 'Dublin Bay'

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    $8874
  • Harvester Peach (Prunus persica 'Harvester'), a tree featuring open, rounded form.

    Harvester Peach

    Prunus persica 'Harvester'

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    $6294
  • Summerburst? Golden Rain Tree

    Summerburst™ Golden Rain Tree

    Koelreuteria paniculata 'JFS-Sunleaf'

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    $18498
  • City Slicker® Birch Tree - Tree - Nature Hills Nursery - 3 Container 3 - 4 Feet Multi Stem -

    City Slicker® Birch Tree

    Betula nigra 'Whit XXV' PP16,573

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    $6515

  • Paint The Town Magenta Dianthus

    Dianthus x 'Paint the Town Magenta' PP29,222

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  • SunSparkler® Dazzling Dynamite Sedum

    Sedum 'Dazzling Dynamite'

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    $3145
  • Snow Lady Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum 'Snow Lady'), a perennial featuring white flowers and perennial.

    Snow Lady Shasta Daisy

    Leucanthemum 'Snow Lady'

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  • Hardy Pecan Tree

    Carya illinoinensis

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    $11832

  • El Niño® Desert Orchid

    Chitalpa tashkentensis 'NCXC1'

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    $2649

  • Paraplu Pink Ink® Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus x 'Minsywhi07' PP32,761

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  • Whirlwind Hosta

    Hosta 'Whirlwind'

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    $3665

  • Topaz Jazz Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'Topaz Jazz' PPAF

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    From $1999

  • Red Midget Ratibida

    Ratibida columnifera 'Red Midget'

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    (1)
    $3230

  • Jelly Bean® Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium corymbosum 'Jelly Bean'

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    $4612

  • Taste of Heaven® Blackberry

    Rubus 'Taste of Heaven'

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    $2649

  • Super Princess Flowering Dogwood

    Cornus florida 'Super Princess'

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    $6994

  • Belle of Georgia Peach Tree

    Prunus persica 'Belle of Georgia'

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    $9981

  • Reliance Peach Tree

    Prunus persica 'Reliance'

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    $9450

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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