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  • Cornelian Cherry

    Cornus mas

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    $8741
  • 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

  • Tianshan® Seven - Son Flower

    Heptacodium miconioides 'Minhep'

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    (1)
    $8741

  • Opening Act Blush Tall Garden Phlox

    Phlox hybrid PP27,462

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    $3427
  • Kay Parris Magnolia Tree (Magnolia grandiflora 'Kay Parris'), a tree featuring white flowers and broad-leaved evergreen.

    Kay Parris Magnolia Tree

    Magnolia grandiflora 'Kay Parris'

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    (1)
    $9540

  • Starship™ Blue Cardinal Flower

    Lobelia x speciosa 'Pas1302712'

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    $3494

  • Toy Soldier™ Oakleaf Hydrangea

    Hydrangea quercifolia 'Bocotoso'

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    $8408

  • Sargent Flowering Crabapple Tree

    Malus sargentii

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    $8944

  • Angelina Sedum

    Sedum rupestre 'Angelina'

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    (1)
    $2960

  • Vanilla Spice® Summersweet

    Clethra 'Vanilla Spice'

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    $2649

  • Virginia Creeper

    Parthenocissus quinquefolia var. engelmanii

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    (2)
    $5800

  • Guacamole Hosta

    Hosta 'Guacamole'

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    $3106
  • Etouffee™ Fountain Grass (Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Etouffee'), a perennial featuring perennial and clumping, erect form.

    Etouffee™ Fountain Grass

    Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Etouffee'

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    $5610
  • Crimson Prince Japanese Maple

    Crimson Prince Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Crimson Prince'

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    $18465

  • Sonic Bloom® Wine Weigela

    Weigela florida 'SMNWFG' PP35,120

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  • Prague Viburnum - Nature Hills Nursery - #3 Container -

    Prague Viburnum

    Viburnum x 'Pragense'

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    $13128

  • Shadblow Serviceberry

    Amelanchier canadensis

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    $10273
  • Lightning Strike® Feather Reed Grass

    Lightning Strike® Feather Reed Grass

    Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Lightning Strike'

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    $6780
  • 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

  • Princeton American Elm Tree

    Ulmus americana 'Princeton'

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    $7209
  • Stellar Nova™ Dogwood (Cornus x Stellar Nova™), a tree featuring white flowers and deciduous.

    Stellar Nova™ Dogwood

    Cornus x Stellar Nova™

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    $13760

  • Stanley Prune Plum Tree

    Prunus 'Stanley'

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    $23067

  • American Beech Tree

    Fagus grandifolia

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    $6800

  • Carolina Silverbell

    Halesia carolina

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    $9299
  • Wildfire Black Gum (Nyssa sylvatica 'Wildfire'), a tree featuring yellow, white flowers and deciduous.

    Wildfire Black Gum

    Nyssa sylvatica 'Wildfire'

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    $9790

  • Glow Stick Japanese Holly

    Ilex crenata 'NCIC2'

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    $2659

  • Northern Spire Western Red Cedar

    Thuja plicata ‘Northern Spire’

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    $5306

  • Compact Oregon Grape Holly

    Mahonia aquifolium 'Compacta'

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    $3530

  • Hedge Box Japanese Holly

    Ilex crenata 'FARROWICUPRT'

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    $2759

  • Summer Snow Asiatic Lily

    Lilium asiaticum 'Summer Snow'

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    $2979

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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