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  • Tortuga® Juniper

    Juniperus communis 'SMNJCB'

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    $2659
  • True Bloom™ True Sincerity Floribunda Rose - Bush - Nature Hills Nursery - 2 Container -

    True Bloom™ True Sincerity Floribunda Rose

    Rosa 'True Sincerity'

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    New arrival
    $6875
  • Fruit Snacks™ Golden Treat™ Apple (Malus Fruit Snacks™ Golden Treat™), a tree featuring dense, erect form.

    Fruit Snacks™ Golden Treat™ Apple

    Malus Fruit Snacks™ Golden Treat™

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    $12404

  • Foxglove Beardtongue

    Penstemon digitalis

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    $3956

  • Rock 'N Low™ Boogie Woogie Sedum

    Sedum x 'Boogie Woogie'

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    $3466

  • Tiny Diamond Dwarf Asiatic Lily

    Lilium × germanicum ‘Tiny Diamond’

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    $2968

  • Garnet Laceleaf Japanese Maple Tree

    Acer palmatum dissectum 'Garnet'

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    $18465

  • FLARE™ Panicle Hydrangea

    Hydrangea paniculata 'FLARE'

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    (644)
    $7875

  • Lily Looks™ Tiny Double Dutch Asiatic Lily

    Lilium asiaticum 'Tiny Double Dutch'

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    $2998

  • Weeping Blue Atlas Cedar Tree

    Cedrus atlantica 'Glauca Pendula'

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    $34500

  • Neatball® Boxwood

    Buxus microphylla 'NSBBL'

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    $2763
  • Luna™ White Hardy Hibiscus (Hibiscus 'Luna White'), a perennial featuring pink, white flowers and perennial.

    Luna™ White Hardy Hibiscus

    Hibiscus 'Luna White'

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    (13)
    $1999

  • Gold Splash® Wintercreeper Euonymus

    Euonymus fortunei 'Gold Splash'

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    From $2617

  • Amazing Daisies® Marshmallow Shasta Daisy

    Leucanthemum superbum 'Marshmallow'

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    (2)
    $3440

  • Miss Ruby Butterfly Bush

    Buddleia davidii 'Miss Ruby'

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    (6)
    $2649

  • Viva Polonia Clematis

    Clematis 'Viva Polonia'

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    (1)
    $2899
  • Neptune™ Hybrid Tea Rose (Rosa 'WEKhilpurnil'), a shrub featuring purple flowers and deciduous.

    Neptune™ Hybrid Tea Rose

    Rosa 'WEKhilpurnil'

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    (1)
    $10023

  • Sugar Moon™ Hybrid Tea Rose

    Rosa 'WEKmemolo'

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    (1)
    $10023

  • Kismet® Raspberry Coneflower

    Echinacea x 'TNECHKR'

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    $4099
  • Northern Pampas Grass (Tripidium ravennae), a perennial featuring white, purple flowers and clumping, erect form.

    Northern Pampas Grass

    Tripidium ravennae

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    (13)
    $5877
  • Pocahontas Purple Rose Bee Balm (Monarda didyma 'Pocahontas Purple Rose'), a perennial featuring purple flowers and perennial.

    Pocahontas Purple Rose Bee Balm

    Monarda didyma 'Pocahontas Purple Rose'

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    (1)
    $3497

  • Forever® Red Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'TNHEUFR'

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    (1)
    $4385

  • Balmy™ Purple Bee Balm

    Monarda didyma 'Balbalmurp'

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    (1)
    $3365

  • DAKOTA™ Burgundy Penstemon

    Penstemon digitalis 'TNPENDB'

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    $3481
  • Pocahontas Red Rose Bee Balm (Monarda didyma 'Pocahontas Red Rose'), a perennial featuring red flowers and perennial.

    Pocahontas Red Rose Bee Balm

    Monarda didyma 'Pocahontas Red Rose'

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    (1)
    $3502

  • Summerific® Holy Grail Hardy Hibiscus

    Hibiscus x 'Holy Grail' PP31,478

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    (1)
    $5243
  • Cannova? Bronze Scarlet Canna

    Cannova® Bronze Scarlet Canna Lily

    Canna 'Cannova Bronze Scarlet'

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    $5499

  • All the Buzz Allium

    Allium 'All the Buzz'

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    (1)
    $2995

  • Scentlandia® Sweetspire

    Itea virginica 'SMNIVDFC'

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    $2649

  • Elfin Creeping Thyme

    Thymus serpyllum 'Elfin'

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    $2945

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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