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  • Heavy Metal Switch Grass

    Panicum virgatum 'Heavy Metal'

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    $6071

  • Tropical Storm Elephant Ear

    Colocasia esculenta 'Tropical Storm'

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    $5644

  • Giselle™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Evipo051'

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    $6743

  • Cayenne Dogwood

    Cornus amomum 'Cayenne'

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    $7742

  • Chionoides Rhododendron

    Rhododendron 'Chionoides'

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    $9724

  • Sixteen Candles Summersweet

    Clethra alnifolia 'Sixteen Candles'

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    $8691
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    Cannova® Bronze Peach Canna Lily

    Canna 'Cannova Bronze Peach'

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    $4429

  • Sunjoy Really Red® Barberry

    Berberis thunbergii 'NCBX3'

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    $2614

  • Invitation Tall Bearded Iris

    Iris germanica 'Invitation'

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    $4096

  • Rio Coral Bells

    Heuchera x ‘Rio’ PP24,273

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    $4390
  • 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
  • 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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  • Five Finger Maidenhair Fern (Adiantum aleuticum 'Five Finger'), a perennial featuring perennial and clumping, creeping form.

    Five Finger Maidenhair Fern

    Adiantum aleuticum 'Five Finger'

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    $3429

  • Bedazzled Lavender Hybrid Spring Phlox

    Phlox subulata 'Bedazzled Lavender' PP 31,168

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    $3474
  • FrostKiss™ Dorothy's Dawn® Lenten Rose (Helleborus x 'EPB 29' PP28,010), a perennial featuring pink flowers and broad-leaved evergreen.

    FrostKiss™ Dorothy's Dawn® Lenten Rose

    Helleborus x 'EPB 29' PP28,010

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    $5428
  • Shiloh Splash River Birch Tree (Betula nigra 'Shiloh Splash'), a tree featuring deciduous and open, pyramidal form.

    Shiloh Splash River Birch Tree

    Betula nigra 'Shiloh Splash'

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    $9790
  • Elegant Candy Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Elegant Candy'), a perennial featuring pink flowers and perennial.

    Elegant Candy Daylily

    Hemerocallis 'Elegant Candy'

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    $4107

  • Sugartina® Summersweet

    Clethra alnifolia 'Crystalina'

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    $2614

  • Rock 'N Round™ Bundle of Joy Sedum

    Sedum 'Bundle of Joy'

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    $3363

  • Gatsby Star® Oakleaf Hydrangea

    Hydrangea quercifolia 'Doughill' PP25,412

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  • Twilight Zone Little Bluestem Grass (Schizachyrium scoparium 'Twilight Zone'), a perennial featuring yellow, mixed flowers and perennial.

    Twilight Zone Little Bluestem Grass

    Schizachyrium scoparium 'Twilight Zone'

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    $5375

  • Snowcicle Oakleaf Hydrangea

    Hydrangea quercifolia ‘Snowcicle’ PP33,072

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    $9557
  • Kirigami™ Yellow Columbine (Aquilegia caerulea 'Yellow'), a perennial featuring yellow flowers and perennial.

    Kirigami™ Yellow Columbine

    Aquilegia caerulea 'Yellow'

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    $3115

  • Sunjoy® Citrus Barberry

    Berberis thunbergii 'Koren'

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    $2614

  • Blue Angel Hosta

    Hosta 'Blue Angel'

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    $3460
  • Blue Shag Dwarf White Pine (Pinus strobus 'Blue Shag'), a shrub featuring conical, horizontal form.

    Blue Shag Dwarf White Pine

    Pinus strobus 'Blue Shag'

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    $12887

  • Kim's Knee High™ Coneflower

    Echinacea purpurea 'Kim's Knee High'

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    $3796

  • Star Jasmine

    Trachelospermum jasminoides

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    $2899
  • Percy Wiseman Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Percy Wiseman'), a shrub featuring rounded form.

    Percy Wiseman Rhododendron

    Rhododendron 'Percy Wiseman'

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    $3996

  • McIntosh Apple Tree

    Malus 'McIntosh'

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    $6943

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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