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  • Oso Easy® Lemon Zest® Shrub Rose

    Rosa x 'Chewhocan'

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    $2799
  • Chestnut Hill Cherry Laurel (Prunus laurocerasus 'Chestnut Hill'), a shrub featuring white flowers and broad-leaved evergreen.

    Chestnut Hill Cherry Laurel

    Prunus laurocerasus 'Chestnut Hill'

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  • Chocolate Mint

    Mentha 'Chocolate Mint'

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    $1999

  • Rose Sensation™ False Hydrangea Vine

    Schizophragma hydrangeoides 'Rose Sensation'

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  • Honor™ Hybrid Tea Rose (Rosa 'Jacolite'), a shrub featuring white flowers and deciduous.

    Honor™ Hybrid Tea Rose

    Rosa 'Jacolite'

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    $8874

  • Mr. Poppins® Winterberry Holly

    Ilex verticillata 'Farrowmrp'

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    $2659

  • Garden Candy™ All That Jazz™ Itoh Peony

    Paeonia × Itoh ‘All That Jazz’

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    $13828
  • Burst of Joy Floribunda Rose (Rosa 'WEKlovapkemu'), a shrub featuring red, yellow flowers and deciduous.

    Burst of Joy Floribunda Rose

    Rosa 'WEKlovapkemu'

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    $8874

  • Garden Candy™ Evie Jane Itoh Peony

    Paeonia × Itoh ‘Smithopus7’

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    $13823
  • Chinook Common Hops (Humulus lupulus 'Chinook'), a perennial featuring green flowers and perennial.

    Chinook Common Hops

    Humulus lupulus 'Chinook'

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    $5250

  • Powerball® Panicle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'Powerball'

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    $2649

  • Deodar Cedar Tree

    Cedrus deodara

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    $7911

  • Elijah Blue Fescue Grass

    Festuca glauca 'Elijah Blue'

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  • Rock Steady® Chaste Tree

    Vitex agnus-castus 'Rock Steady'

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    $2899

  • Brilliance Autumn Fern

    Dryopteris erythrosora 'Brilliance'

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  • Sarah Bernhardt Peony

    Paeonia lactiflora 'Sarah Bernhardt'

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    $7456

  • Illuminati Sparks™ Mock Orange

    Philadelphus coronarius 'Illuminati Sparks'

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    $2649

  • Paprika Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'Paprika' PP24,575

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    $4056

  • Peach Flambe Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'Peach Flambe'

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  • Vavoom™ Floribunda Rose Bush

    Rosa 'WEKjutono'

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    $10023

  • Snowflake Creeping Phlox

    Phlox subulata 'Snowflake'

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    $3190

  • North Star® Boxwood

    Buxus sempervirens 'Katerberg'

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  • Tassel Fern (Polystichum polyblepharum), a perennial featuring perennial and vase form.

    Tassel Fern

    Polystichum polyblepharum

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  • Frida Kahlo® Floribunda Rose

    Frida Kahlo® Floribunda Rose

    Rosa 'WEKcifrabaun'

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  • Chrysler Imperial Hybrid Tea Rose (Rosa 'Chrysler Imperial'), a shrub featuring red flowers and deciduous.

    Chrysler Imperial Hybrid Tea Rose

    Rosa 'Chrysler Imperial'

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  • French Cabaret™ Blush Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus syriacus 'Mindoub 1'

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    $8808

  • Granny Smith Apple Tree

    Malus 'Granny Smith'

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  • Frosted Fire Sedum

    Sedum x 'Frosted Fire'

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  • Reminiscent® Pink Rose

    Rosa x 'Reminiscent Pink'

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  • Lo & Behold® Pink Micro Chip Butterfly Bush

    Buddleia x 'Pink Micro Chip'

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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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