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  • Buzz™ Sky Blue Butterfly Bush

    Buddleia davidii 'TOBUDSKYBL'

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    $7409

  • Jazz Hands Mini® Chinese Fringe Flower

    Loropetalum chinense 'Beni Hime'

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    $2729

  • Cortland Apple Tree

    Malus 'Cortland'

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    $6943
  • Mars Madness Hardy Hibiscus (Hibiscus 'Mars Madness' PP27838), a perennial featuring red, pink flowers and perennial.

    Mars Madness Hardy Hibiscus

    Hibiscus 'Mars Madness' PP27838

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    (1)
    $5237

  • La Vida Grande® Indian Hawthorn

    Rhaphiolepis indica 'La Vida Grande'

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    $2614

  • Camelot Lavender Foxglove

    Digitalis purpurea 'Camelot Lavender'

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    $3115
  • 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

  • Red Balloon™ Viburnum

    Viburnum x rhytidophylloides 'Redell'

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    (2)
    $2614

  • Lilac Lights™ Azalea

    Rhododendron 'Lilac Lights'

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    (2)
    $9540

  • Mellow Yellows Coneflower

    Echinacea purpurea ‘Mellow Yellows’

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    $3427

  • Hearts of Gold Redbud Tree

    Cercis canadensis 'Hearts of Gold'

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    $10440
  • Jersey Blueberry Bush (Vaccinium 'Jersey'), a shrub featuring white flowers and deciduous.

    Jersey Blueberry Bush

    Vaccinium 'Jersey'

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    $9041

  • Funyella® Clematis

    Clematis hybrid ‘Golden Dream’ PP 33,363

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    $2614

  • Yellow Brick Road Rose

    Rosa 'BAIoad'

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    $6619

  • Glow Stick Japanese Holly

    Ilex crenata 'NCIC2'

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    $2659
  • 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

  • Woods Pink Aster

    Aster x dumosus 'Woods Pink'

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    $4833

  • Compact Oregon Grape Holly

    Mahonia aquifolium 'Compacta'

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    (2)
    $3530

  • Judd Viburnum

    Viburnum x 'Juddii'

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    $7676

  • Peach Blast Daylily

    Hemerocallis 'Peach Blast'

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    $3813

  • Oso Easy® Hot Paprika® Shrub Rose

    Rosa x 'FARROWRSP'

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    $6686

  • Lo & Behold® Purple Haze Butterfly Bush

    Buddleia x 'Purple Haze'

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    (6)
    $2614

  • Raspberry Eclipse Daylily

    Hemerocallis ‘Raspberry Eclipse’

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    $4079
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    Fernspray Gold Hinoki False Cypress

    Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Fernspray Gold'

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    $13237

  • Tiny Diamond Dwarf Asiatic Lily

    Lilium × germanicum ‘Tiny Diamond’

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    $2968

  • Eskimo Viburnum

    Viburnum ‘Eskimo’

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    $8308
  • 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

  • Tahiti™ Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus syriacus 'Mineru'

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    $5831
  • Spine Tingler Barrenwort (Epimedium spp. nova 'Spine Tingler'), a perennial featuring yellow flowers and broad-leaved evergreen.

    Spine Tingler Barrenwort

    Epimedium spp. nova 'Spine Tingler'

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    $4312

  • Color Splash Rose

    Rosa 'Color Splash'

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    $7176

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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