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  • Sugartina® Summersweet

    Clethra alnifolia 'Crystalina'

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  • FrostKiss™ Penny's Pink® Lenten Rose

    Helleborus x 'ABCRD01'

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    $5328

  • Northern Red Oak Tree

    Quercus rubra

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    $9790

  • Northwind Switch Grass

    Panicum virgatum 'Northwind'

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    $5876

  • Buckhead™ Bold Distylium

    Distylium buxifolium 'ZhDis12-16'

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    $2699

  • Hush Puppy™ Fountain Grass

    Pennisetum alopecuroides 'TIFT-PA5'

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    $5887

  • Black Diamond® Mystic Magenta™ Crape Myrtle Shrub

    Lagerstroemia Black Diamond 'Mystic Magenta'

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  • Bonanza Peach Tree (Prunus persica 'Bonanza'), a tree featuring pink flowers and deciduous.

    Bonanza Peach Tree

    Prunus persica 'Bonanza'

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    $14950

  • Spartan Juniper Tree

    Juniperus chinensis 'Spartan'

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    $4262

  • Snowy Mespilus Serviceberry

    Amelanchier lamarckii

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    $7093

  • Rio Coral Bells

    Heuchera x ‘Rio’ PP24,273

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  • Elberta Peach Tree

    Prunus persica 'Elberta'

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  • Luna™ Rose Hardy Hibiscus (Hibiscus moscheutos 'Luna Rose'), a perennial featuring red, pink flowers and perennial.

    Luna™ Rose Hardy Hibiscus

    Hibiscus moscheutos 'Luna Rose'

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    $2499

  • Little Miss Sunshine Sedum

    Sedum 'Little Miss Sunshine' PP30,039

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  • Blue Girl® Hybrid Tea Rose

    Rosa 'KORgi'

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  • Jacob Cline Bee Balm

    Monarda didyma 'Jacob Cline'

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    $3317

  • Encore® Autumn Twist® Azalea

    Rhododendron ’Conlep’

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  • Hillside Black Beauty Bugbane

    Actaea simplex 'Hillside Black Beauty'

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    $4945
  • 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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  • Helene Von Stein Lambs Ear

    Stachys byzantina 'Helene Von Stein'

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  • Key Lime Lamb's Ear

    Stachys byzantina ‘Key Lime’ PP 36,792

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  • Gold Gem Boxwood

    Buxus x 'Gold Gem'

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  • Magical® Ruby Red Hydrangea

    Hydrangeamacrophylla 'KOLMARU' PP#25104

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    Emerald Magic® Meserve Holly

    Ilex x meserveae 'WillEmer'

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    Hydrangea x 'USHYD0405'

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  • Champagne Coral Bells (Heuchera 'Champagne'), a perennial featuring red, pink flowers and perennial.

    Champagne Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'Champagne'

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  • Wine & Roses® Weigela

    Weigela florida 'Alexandra'

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  • Japanese Snowbell

    Styrax japonicus

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  • Dragontail Fern

    Asplenium x ebenoides

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    Cornus mas

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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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