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  • Starship™ Blue Cardinal Flower

    Lobelia x speciosa 'Pas1302712'

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    $3494

  • Ha Ha Tonka Little Bluestem Grass

    Schizachyrium scoparium 'Ha Ha Tonka' PP32374

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    $4364

  • Blue Mouse Ears Hosta

    Hosta 'Blue Mouse Ears'

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    $3273

  • BiColor Butterfly Bush

    Buddleia x weyeriana 'Bicolor'

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  • Techny Arborvitae

    Thuja occidentalis 'Techny'

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    (2)
    $4899
  • Gold® Collection Pink Frost Lenten Rose

    Gold® Collection Pink Frost Lenten Rose

    Helleborus 'Pink Frost' PP# 21063

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    $5028

  • Northcountry Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium 'Northcountry'

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    $2747

  • Sonic Bloom® Wine Weigela

    Weigela florida 'SMNWFG' PP35,120

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  • Next Generation® Red Sensation Bigleaf Hydrangea

    Hydrangea macrophylla 'Red Sensation' PP18,197

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    (599)
    $6830

  • Opening Act Pink - a - Dot Hybrid Phlox

    Phlox hybrid PP 31,732

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    $3432

  • Samaritan Jo™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Evipo075'

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    $6743

  • Sunjoy Fast Neo Barberry

    Berberis thunbergii 'NCBT4'

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  • Summerific® Lilac Crush Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus x 'Lilac Crush' PP35,181

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    $5487

  • Abiqua Drinking Gourd Hosta

    Hosta 'Abiqua Drinking Gourd'

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    $3502

  • Heritage® River Birch

    Betula nigra 'Cully'

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    $8942
  • Crimson Prince Japanese Maple

    Crimson Prince Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Crimson Prince'

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    $18465

  • Plum Pudding Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'Plum Pudding'

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    $3497
  • Compact Japanese Holly (Ilex crenata 'Compacta'), a shrub featuring white flowers and broad-leaved evergreen.

    Compact Japanese Holly

    Ilex crenata 'Compacta'

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    $8978

  • Toy Soldier™ Oakleaf Hydrangea

    Hydrangea quercifolia 'Bocotoso'

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    $8408

  • Fignomenal® Dwarf Fig

    Ficus carica 'PT-DF-14' PP32,537

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    $8825
  • Shagbark Hickory Tree (Carya ovata), a tree featuring green flowers and deciduous.

    Shagbark Hickory Tree

    Carya ovata

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  • EverBloom™ Watermelon Ice Dianthus (Dianthus x 'G18139'), a perennial featuring pink flowers and perennial.

    EverBloom™ Watermelon Ice Dianthus

    Dianthus x 'G18139'

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  • Gold Splash® Wintercreeper Euonymus

    Euonymus fortunei 'Gold Splash'

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  • Rainbow Rhythm® Storm Shelter Daylily

    Hemerocallis 'Storm Shelter'

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    $4240

  • Dark Knight Bluebeard

    Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Dark Knight'

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    $5799
  • Prince's Plume Hyssop (Agastache ‘Prince’s Plume’), a perennial featuring orange flowers and perennial.

    Prince's Plume Hyssop

    Agastache ‘Prince’s Plume’

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    $3621

  • Gateway Joe - Pye Weed

    Eupatorium purpureum

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    $5226
  • Praline™ Fountain Grass (Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Tift H18' PP30,724), a perennial featuring perennial and clumping, erect form.

    Praline™ Fountain Grass

    Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Tift H18' PP30,724

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    $5890

  • Mr. Goodbud Sedum

    Sedum 'Mr. Goodbud'

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    $3144
  • Exclamation!™ London Planetree

    Exclamation!™ London Planetree

    Platanus x acerifolia 'Morton Circle'

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    $10650

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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