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  • Cunningham's White Rhododendron

    Rhododendron 'Cunningham's White'

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    $3996

  • Flaming Carpet Sedum

    Sedum 'Flaming Carpet'

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  • Li'l Bang™ Firewheel Coreopsis (Coreopsis x Li'l Bang 'Firewheel' PP33,713), a perennial featuring yellow, red flowers and perennial.

    Li'l Bang™ Firewheel Coreopsis

    Coreopsis x Li'l Bang 'Firewheel' PP33,713

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    $3476

  • Bloodgood Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood'

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    $15661
  • Dappled Willow Tree Form (Salix integra 'Hakuro Nishiki'), a tree featuring yellow flowers and deciduous.

    Dappled Willow Tree Form

    Salix integra 'Hakuro Nishiki'

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    $4498

  • Kousa Dogwood Tree

    Cornus kousa chinensis

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  • White Flowering Dogwood

    Cornus florida

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  • Black Diamond® Purely Purple™ Crape Myrtle

    Lagerstroemia BLACK DIAMOND 'Purely Purple'

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    $8109

  • Cat's Pajamas Catmint

    Nepeta x 'Cat's Pajamas'

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  • Autumn Brilliance Serviceberry

    Amelanchier x grandiflora 'Autumn Brilliance'

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  • SpinTop™ Red Blanket Gaillardia

    Gaillardia aristata 'Spintop Red'

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  • Viking Black Chokeberry

    Aronia melanocarpa 'Viking'

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    $5960

  • Eternal Fragrance Daphne

    Daphne x transatlantica 'BLAFRA'

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    $8558

  • Sentimental Blue Balloon Flower

    Platycodon grandiflorus 'Sentimental Blue'

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  • Quick Fire® Panicle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'Bulk'

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    From $4297
  • A vibrant cluster of Sunseekers Rainbow Coneflowers (Echinacea) blooming in a professionally designed residential garden bed featuring a stone walkway, hostas, and lavender

    Sunseekers™ Rainbow Coneflower

    Echinacea 'Sunseekers Rainbow'

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    $2699

  • Jacob Cline Bee Balm

    Monarda didyma 'Jacob Cline'

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    $3317

  • Flame Thrower® Redbud Tree

    Cercis canadensis 'NC2016-2'

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    $10999

  • Common Milkweed

    Ascelpias syriaca

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    $3825

  • Eastern Red Cedar Tree

    Juniperus virginiana

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    $5099

  • Sweet Woodruff

    Galium odoratum

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  • Hicks Yew

    Taxus x media 'Hicksii'

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  • Masterpiece Masterwort

    Astrantia major ?Masterpiece?

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    $4386

  • Hearts A' Fire Redbud

    Cercis canadensis 'Hearts A' Fire'

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    $16866
  • Sugar Buzz® Bubblegum Blast Bee Balm (Monarda didyma 'Bubblegum Blast' PP27,497), a perennial featuring pink flowers and perennial.

    Sugar Buzz® Bubblegum Blast Bee Balm

    Monarda didyma 'Bubblegum Blast' PP27,497

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  • Elijah Blue Fescue Grass

    Festuca glauca 'Elijah Blue'

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  • Marcus Salvia

    Salvia nemorosa 'Marcus'

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  • Adam's Needle Yucca

    Yucca filamentosa

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    $5999
  • Blue Glitter Sea Holly (Eryngium planum 'Blue Glitter'), a perennial featuring blue flowers and perennial.

    Blue Glitter Sea Holly

    Eryngium planum 'Blue Glitter'

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  • Red Hot Popsicle™ Dwarf Poker

    Kniphofia 'Redhot Popsicle'

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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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