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  • Swamp Azalea

    Rhododendron viscosum

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    $6800
  • FrostKiss Pippas Purple Hellebore - Lenten Rose with plum-purple speckled blooms

    FrostKiss™ Pippa's Purple® Lenten Rose

    Helleborus x 'RD09'

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    $5311

  • Red Balloon™ Viburnum

    Viburnum x rhytidophylloides 'Redell'

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    $2649

  • Gatsby Star® Oakleaf Hydrangea

    Hydrangea quercifolia 'Doughill' PP25,412

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    (643)
    From $4369
  • Lemon Lights Azalea (Rhododendron 'Lemon Lights'), a shrub featuring yellow flowers and deciduous.

    Lemon Lights Azalea

    Rhododendron 'Lemon Lights'

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    (3)
    $9540
  • Sweet and Sour Sedum (Sedum kamtschaticum 'Sweet and Sour'), a perennial featuring yellow flowers and perennial.

    Sweet and Sour Sedum

    Sedum kamtschaticum 'Sweet and Sour'

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    $2631
  • 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

  • Blue Stocking Bee Balm

    Monarda 'Blaustrumpf'

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    $3045

  • WorryFree® Winter Torch Willow

    Salix alba ‘Winter Torch’

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    $7010
  • Red Dragon Japanese Maple

    Red Dragon Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Red Dragon'

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    $16783

  • Sunjoy® Citrus Barberry

    Berberis thunbergii 'Koren'

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    $2649
  • Cedar Rapids® False Cypress (Chamaecyparis pisifera 'RutCham1' USPP 36,620), a tree featuring evergreen and open, pyramidal form.

    Cedar Rapids® False Cypress

    Chamaecyparis pisifera 'RutCham1' USPP 36,620

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  • Lemon Zest™ Japanese Forest Grass - Grass - Nature Hills Nursery - 1 Container -

    Lemon Zest™ Japanese Forest Grass

    Hakonechloa macra 'HakBri1'

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    $4496

  • Berry White® Panicle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'Renba'

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    (644)
    $8275
  • Color Cocktail™ Shrub Rose (Rosa x 'Meilowmye'), a shrub featuring pink, yellow, white, mixed flowers and deciduous.

    Color Cocktail™ Shrub Rose

    Rosa x 'Meilowmye'

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    $8392

  • Woods Pink Aster

    Aster x dumosus 'Woods Pink'

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    $4833

  • Summerific® Perfect Storm Rose Mallow

    Hibiscus hybrid PP 27,880

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    $3476
  • Winky Rose and Rose Columbine (Aquilegia vulgaris 'Winky Rose and Rose'), a perennial featuring pink flowers and perennial.

    Winky Rose and Rose Columbine

    Aquilegia vulgaris 'Winky Rose and Rose'

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    $2958

  • Fiji™ Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus syriacus 'Minspot'

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    New arrival
    $5828

  • Haywire™ False Cypress

    Chamaecyparis lawsoniana 'SMNCLUTL'

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    $2699

  • Bloombux® Blush Rhododendron

    Rhododendron 'Bloombux Blush'

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    $9141

  • Cherrytini™ Floribunda Rose

    Rosa 'Sproflored' PP32,180

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    $8392

  • Sunjoy Todo® Barberry

    Berberis x 'NCBX1'

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    $2649
  • Crimson Princess Laceleaf Japanese Maple Tree (Acer palmatum dissectum 'Crimson Princess'), a tree featuring red flowers and deciduous.

    Crimson Princess Laceleaf Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum dissectum 'Crimson Princess'

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  • Mariken Dwarf Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba 'Mariken') plant, crop photo - Mar 12, 2024

    Mariken Dwarf Ginkgo

    Ginkgo biloba 'Mariken'

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    $8026

  • Blue Atlas Cedar Tree

    Cedrus atlantica 'Glauca'

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    $10240
  • Tiny Shadow Asiatic Lily (Lilium asiaticum 'Tiny Shadow') plant, crop photo - Jun 1, 2026

    Tiny Shadow Asiatic Lily

    Lilium 'Tiny Shadow' (Lily Looks™ Series)

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    $2969
  • Twombly's Red Sentinel Japanese Maple Tree - Tree - Nature Hills Nursery - 3 Container -

    Twombly's Red Sentinel Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum 'Twombly's Red Sentinel'

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    $18465
  • Camelot® Lenten Rose - Perennial - Nature Hills Nursery - 1 Container -

    Camelot® Lenten Rose

    Helleborus × ballardiae 'Coseh 940' PP 23,772

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    $5028
  • Lily Looks™ Tiny Lion Asiatic Lily (Lilium asiatic 'Tiny Lion'), a perennial featuring orange flowers and perennial.

    Lily Looks™ Tiny Lion Asiatic Lily

    Lilium asiatic 'Tiny Lion'

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    $2977

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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