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  • Moonbeam Coreopsis

    Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam'

    (1)
    From $1699
  • Hayscented Fern (Dennstaedtia punctilobula), a perennial featuring perennial and arching, clumping form.

    Hayscented Fern

    Dennstaedtia punctilobula

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    (1)
    $3284 $3864

  • Invincibelle Mini Mauvette® Hydrangea

    Hydrangea arborescens 'NCHA7'

    (578)
    From $2648
  • 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'

    $2699

  • Henry's Garnet Virginia Sweetspire

    Itea virginica 'Henry's Garnet'

    (2)
    From $8175

  • Sunseekers™ Golden Sun Coneflower

    Echinacea × ‘Ifecssgold’ PP 35,962

    (2)
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  • Rosy Returns Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Rosy Returns'), a perennial featuring red, pink flowers and perennial.

    Rosy Returns Daylily

    Hemerocallis 'Rosy Returns'

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  • Bald Cypress Tree

    Taxodium distichum

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    $7433 $9291

  • Montana Moss® Juniper

    Juniperus chinensis 'SMNJCHM' USPP 31,704

    (2)
    From $2659

  • Let's Dance® Blue Jangles® Reblooming Hydrangea

    Hydrangea macrophylla LET'S DANCE 'SMHMTAU'

    (578)
    $2614

  • Show Off® Sugar Baby® Forsythia

    Forsythia 'NIMBUS'

    (2)
    $2615
  • White Turtlehead (Chelone glabra), a perennial featuring white flowers and perennial.

    White Turtlehead

    Chelone glabra

    From $1699

  • Fairytrail® Green Cascade Hydrangea

    Hydrangea x 'WNHYDFBWMH'

    (578)
    $2614

  • All Gold Japanese Forest Grass

    Hakonechloa macra 'All Gold'

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    Rosa 'Meimirrot'

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    From $5250

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    Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster'

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    Hydrangea paniculata 'Renhy'

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  • Eastern Redbud

    Cercis canadensis

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  • Sweet Drift® Rose

    Rosa 'Meiswetdom'

    From $2499

  • Flame® Pro Baby Doll Garden Phlox

    Phlox paniculata 'Flame Pro Baby Doll'

    From $1699

  • August Beauty Gardenia

    Gardenia jasminoides 'August Beauty'

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    $2670
  • Purple Flame Iris (Iris versicolor 'Purple Flame'), a perennial featuring purple, yellow flowers and perennial.

    Purple Flame Iris

    Iris versicolor 'Purple Flame'

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    (3)
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  • Silver Mound

    Artemisia schmidtiana

    From $1699
  • Sombrero Lemon Yellow Coneflower

    Sombrero® Lemon Yellow Coneflower

    Echinacea x 'Balsomemyim'

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    $1699

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    Prunus avium 'Lapins'

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  • Chocolate Mint

    Mentha 'Chocolate Mint'

    New arrival
    $1795
  • Renown Tall Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Renown'), a perennial featuring white flowers and perennial.

    Renown Tall Bearded Iris

    Iris germanica 'Renown'

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    (1)
    $3069 $4092

  • Tamukeyama Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum var. dissectum 'Tamukeyama'

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    $11079 $13849

  • Reminiscent® Crema Rose

    Rosa x 'Reminiscent Crema'

    $2614
  • Lesser Calamint (Calamintha nepeta subsp. nepeta), a perennial featuring purple, white flowers and perennial.

    Lesser Calamint

    Calamintha nepeta subsp. nepeta

    (3)
    From $1699

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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