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  • Summerific® Holy Grail Hardy Hibiscus

    Hibiscus x 'Holy Grail' PP31,478

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    $5243

  • Tsukiko™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Evipo110'

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    (3)
    $6743

  • Sunjoy® Tangelo™ Barberry

    Berberis thunbergii SUNJOY 'O'Byrne'

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    From $2614

  • Pink Lemonade Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium 'Pink Lemonade'

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    $3064
  • Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose (Rosa 'TANellis'), a shrub featuring red flowers and deciduous.

    Fragrant Cloud Hybrid Tea Rose

    Rosa 'TANellis'

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    $8874

  • Fairytrail Fresco® Cascade Hydrangea

    Hydrangea x 'Fairytrail Fresco'

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    $2799
  • Winky Purple & White Columbine (Aquilegia vulgaris 'Winky Purple & White'), a perennial featuring purple, white flowers and perennial.

    Winky Purple & White Columbine

    Aquilegia vulgaris 'Winky Purple & White'

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    $2951

  • Kismet® Yellow Coneflower

    Echinacea x 'TNECHKY' PP29,922

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    $3825

  • Fragrant Bouquet Hosta

    Hosta 'Fragrant Bouquet'

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    $3104
  • Hand holding an apple with a tree full of apples in the background

    Fruit Snacks® Tasty Red™ Columnar Apple Tree

    Malus 'Tasty Red'

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    $13360

  • Sugar Tip® Rose of Sharon Tree

    Hibiscus syriacus 'America Irene Scott' PP20,579

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    $6693

  • Peach Pearl Agastache

    Agastache 'Peach Pearl'

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    $6133

  • SunSparkler® Dream Dazzler Sedum

    Sedum 'Dream Dazzler'

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  • Brilliance Autumn Fern

    Dryopteris erythrosora 'Brilliance'

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  • Gibraltar Bush Clover (Lespedeza thunbergii 'Gibraltar'), a shrub featuring purple, pink flowers and perennial.

    Gibraltar Bush Clover

    Lespedeza thunbergii 'Gibraltar'

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    $5829
  • Sunseekers Orange Coneflower, a perennial.

    Sunseekers™ Orange Coneflower

    Echinacea 'SunSeekers Orange'

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    $2495

  • Sprite Dwarf Astilbe

    Astilbe simplicifolia 'Sprite'

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    $3152

  • Cat's Meow Catmint

    Nepeta faassenii 'Cat's Meow'

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    $1899

  • Invincibelle Wee White® Hydrangea

    Hydrangea arborescens 'NCHA5'

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    From $2648

  • Viva Polonia Clematis

    Clematis 'Viva Polonia'

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    $2899

  • Iceberg® Floribunda Rose

    Rosa 'Iceberg'

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    $8874
  • White Dawn® Climbing Rose (Rosa 'White Dawn'), a shrub featuring white flowers and deciduous.

    White Dawn® Climbing Rose

    Rosa 'White Dawn'

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    $10023

  • Pink Crush New England Aster

    Aster novae‑angliae ‘Pink Crush’ PP 33628

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    $3319
  • Cannova? Bronze Scarlet Canna

    Cannova® Bronze Scarlet Canna Lily

    Canna 'Cannova Bronze Scarlet'

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    $5499

  • Apple Slices Indian Pink

    Spigelia marilandica ‘Apple Slices’ PP 36,254

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    $5261

  • All the Buzz Allium

    Allium 'All the Buzz'

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    $2995

  • Pink Mink® Clematis

    Clematis x 'Krakowiak'

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    $2699

  • Stainless Steel™ Hybrid Tea Rose

    Rosa 'WEKblusi'

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    $10023

  • Kismet® Intense Orange Coneflower

    Echinacea x 'TNECHKIO' PP,28769

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    $4063

  • Illustris Elephant's Ear

    Collocasia esculenta 'Illustris'

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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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