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  • Sugar Maple Tree

    Acer saccharum

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    $9790

  • Sargent Flowering Crabapple Tree

    Malus sargentii

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    $8944

  • Rainbow Rhythm® Ruby Spider Daylily

    Hemerocallis 'Ruby Spider'

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    $4244

  • Elberta Peach Tree

    Prunus persica 'Elberta'

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    $21698

  • Oregon Grape Holly

    Mahonia aquifolium

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    $3699

  • Black Gum Tree

    Nyssa sylvatica

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    $9790

  • Fire and Ice Hosta

    Hosta 'Fire & Ice'

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    (1)
    $3278

  • Sourwood Tree

    Oxydendrum arboreum

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    $10995

  • White Oak Tree

    Quercus alba

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    $9790

  • Bloombux® Blush Rhododendron

    Rhododendron 'Bloombux Blush'

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    $9141

  • Japanese Snowbell

    Styrax japonicus

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    $7792

  • Dragontail Fern

    Asplenium x ebenoides

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    $3432

  • Key Lime Lamb's Ear

    Stachys byzantina ‘Key Lime’ PP 36,792

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    $3599

  • Sherwood Purple Creeping Phlox

    Phlox stolonifera 'Sherwood Purple'

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    $3337

  • Joseph's Coat Climbing Rose

    Rosa 'Joseph's Coat'

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    $9721

  • Delft Lace Astilbe

    Astilbe 'Delft Lace'

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    $3437
  • Arnold Promise Witch Hazel (Hamamelis x intermedia 'Arnold Promise'), a tree.

    Arnold Promise Witch Hazel

    Hamamelis x intermedia 'Arnold Promise'

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    $10240
  • Boursault Rhododendron (Rhododendron catawbiense 'Boursault'), a shrub featuring blue, purple flowers and broad-leaved evergreen.

    Boursault Rhododendron

    Rhododendron catawbiense 'Boursault'

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    $9724

  • Carolina Silverbell

    Halesia carolina

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    $9299

  • Royal Hawaiian® Maui Gold Elephant Ear

    Colocasia esculenta 'Maui Gold'

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    $5648
  • Younique™ Pink Astilbe (Astilbe x 'Verspink'), a perennial featuring pink flowers and perennial.

    Younique™ Pink Astilbe

    Astilbe x 'Verspink'

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    $3430
  • Aloha Elephant Ear (Colocasia esculenta 'Aloha'), a perennial featuring perennial and clumping, horizontal form.

    Aloha Elephant Ear

    Colocasia esculenta 'Aloha'

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    $5700

  • Vulcan Hosta

    Hosta 'Vulcan'

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    $2917

  • Dressed to Thrill® Crossvine

    Bignonia capreolata 'SMNBFW'

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    $2614
  • Blackhaw Viburnum (Viburnum prunifolium), a perennial featuring white flowers and deciduous.

    Blackhaw Viburnum

    Viburnum prunifolium

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    $7975

  • Little Hottie® Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'Bailpanone'

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  • Gem Box® Inkberry Holly

    Ilex glabra 'SMNIGAB17'

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  • Bartzella Itoh Peony

    Paeonia x 'Bartzella'

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    $12071

  • Northern Spire Western Red Cedar

    Thuja plicata ‘Northern Spire’

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    $5306
  • Autumn Gold Willowleaf Sunflower - Nature Hills Nursery - #1 Container -

    Autumn Gold Willowleaf Sunflower

    Helianthus salicifolius 'Autumn Gold'

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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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