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  • Contender Peach Tree

    Prunus persica 'Contender'

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    $12600

  • Lavender Bubbles Allium

    Allium 'Lavender Bubbles' PP31,126

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    $4034

  • Illuminati Spice® Mock Orange

    Philadelphus coronarius 'Illuminati Spice'

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    $2649

  • Double Take Orange® Quince

    Chaenomeles speciosa 'Orange Storm'

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    $2649

  • Jonathan Apple Tree

    Malus 'Jonathan'

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    $10260

  • Dwarf Mondo Grass

    Ophiopogon japonicus 'Nana'

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    $2633

  • Just Joey Hybrid Tea Rose

    Rosa 'Just Joey'

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    $10023

  • White Album® Wintercreeper Euonymus

    Euonymus fortunei 'Alban'

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    $2649
  • Tiffany Hybrid Tea Rose (Rosa 'Tiffany'), a shrub featuring pink flowers and deciduous.

    Tiffany Hybrid Tea Rose

    Rosa 'Tiffany'

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    $8874

  • Rosie the Riveter™ Floribunda Rose

    Rosa 'WEKzazou'

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    $10023

  • Center Stage® Coral Crape Myrtle

    Lagerstroemia 'SMNLCOR'

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    $2659

  • White Pillar® Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus syriacus 'Gandini van Aart'

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    $2649

  • Low Scape Snowfire® Chokeberry

    Aronia melanocarpa 'UCONNAM165'

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    $2675
  • Pampas Grass (Cortaderia selloana), a perennial featuring white flowers and perennial.

    Pampas Grass

    Cortaderia selloana

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    $1999
  • 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

  • Butterflies Magnolia Tree

    Magnolia x 'Butterflies'

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  • WorryFree® Crimson Cutie® Barberry

    Berberis thunbergii 'UCONNBTCP4N' PP30095

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    $7556

  • SUGAR BUZZ® Grape Gumball Bee Balm

    Monarda x 'Grape Gumball'

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  • White Chiffon® Rose of Sharon Tree Form

    White Chiffon® Rose of Sharon Tree Form

    Hibiscus syriacus 'Notwoodtwo'

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    $12388

  • Butterfly Candy™ Lil' Raspberry™ Butterfly Bush

    Buddleia davidii ’BotEx 006’

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    $4400

  • Twilight Zone™ Grandiflora Rose

    Rosa 'WEKebtidere'

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    $10023

  • Steel the Show Sedum

    Sedum 'Steel the Show'

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    $3008

  • Dre's Dagger Fern

    Athyrium filix-femina 'Dre's Dagger'

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    $3439

  • Winecraft Gold® Smokebush

    Cotinus coggygria 'MINCOJAU3'

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  • Shinko Asian Pear (Pyrus pyrifolia 'Shinko'), a tree featuring dense, multi-trunked form.

    Shinko Asian Pear

    Pyrus pyrifolia 'Shinko'

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    $8392

  • Flirty Girl® False Hydrangea Vine

    Schizophragma hydrangeoides 'Flirty Girl'

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    $2649

  • Sea Green Juniper

    Juniperus × pfitzeriana 'Sea Green'

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    $8475

  • Sombrero® Salsa Red Coneflower

    Echinacea x 'Balsomsed'

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  • Sunseekers™ Salmon Coneflower

    Echinacea × ‘Ifecssal’ PP 32486

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  • Guernsey Cream Clematis (Clematis 'Guernsey Cream'), a perennial featuring white, green flowers and deciduous.

    Guernsey Cream Clematis

    Clematis 'Guernsey Cream'

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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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