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  • Blue Ivory Hosta

    Hosta 'Blue Ivory' PP19,623

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    $3090

  • Delft Lace Astilbe

    Astilbe 'Delft Lace'

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    $3437
  • Robust Male Fern (Dryopteris filix-mas undulata 'Robusta'), a perennial featuring perennial and arching, dense form.

    Robust Male Fern

    Dryopteris filix-mas undulata 'Robusta'

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    $3426

  • Lady in Red Fern

    Athyrium felix-forma 'Lady in Red'

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    $3435

  • Ghost Fern

    Athyrium x 'Ghost'

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    $3454

  • Bottle Rocket Leopard Plant

    Ligularia x 'Bottle Rocket'

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    $5978

  • Fragrant Bouquet Hosta

    Hosta 'Fragrant Bouquet'

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    $3104

  • Perfecto Mundo® Double Purple Azalea

    Rhododendron x 'NCRX4'

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    $2899
  • Ketchup & Mustard™ Floribunda Rose

    Ketchup & Mustard™ Floribunda Rose

    Rosa 'WEKzazette'

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    (5)
    $8874

  • Crystal Fountain Clematis

    Clematis 'Evipo 038'

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    $6743
  • North Star Garnet Frills Hellebore - Lenten Rose with ruffled garnet-red blooms

    North Star™ Garnet Frills Lenten Rose

    Helleborus × hybridus ‘Garnet Frills’

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    $5028

  • Royal Hawaiian® Maui Gold Elephant Ear

    Colocasia esculenta 'Maui Gold'

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    $5648

  • Summerific® Lilac Crush Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus x 'Lilac Crush' PP35,181

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    $5487

  • Summerific® Evening Rose Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus x 'Evening Rose' PP33,366

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    $5243

  • Encore® Autumn Lily® Azalea

    Rhododendron 'Roblex'

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    $4833

  • Amazing Daisies® 'Dream Big' Shasta Daisy

    Leucanthemum superbum 'Dream Big'

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    $3829

  • Beautiful Wood Fern

    Dryopteris pulcherrima

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    $3569

  • Eternal Fragrance Daphne

    Daphne x transatlantica 'BLAFRA'

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    $8558
  • Blackhaw Viburnum (Viburnum prunifolium), a perennial featuring white flowers and deciduous.

    Blackhaw Viburnum

    Viburnum prunifolium

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    $7975

  • Estrellita Little Star® Firecracker Bush

    Bouvardia x 'WINBUESLST'

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    $2663
  • Cannova® Red Golden Flame Canna Lily (Canna 'Red Golden Flame'), a perennial featuring red, yellow flowers and perennial.

    Cannova® Red Golden Flame Canna Lily

    Canna 'Red Golden Flame'

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    $4429

  • Garden Candy™ Pineapple Fizz™ Itoh Peony

    Paeonia x 'Smithopus4'

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    $13820

  • Sugar Tip® Rose of Sharon Tree

    Hibiscus syriacus 'America Irene Scott' PP20,579

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    $6693

  • Mojito Elephant Ear

    Colocasia 'Mojito'

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    $7042

  • Victoria Falls Bearded Iris

    Iris germanica 'Victoria Falls'

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    $3799

  • Samurai Toad Lily

    Tricyrtis formosana 'Samurai'

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    $3433

  • Cotton Candy™ Phlox

    Phlox paniculata 'Ditomfav'

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    $3499
  • Shagbark Hickory Tree (Carya ovata), a tree featuring green flowers and deciduous.

    Shagbark Hickory Tree

    Carya ovata

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

    Elegant Candy Daylily

    Hemerocallis 'Elegant Candy'

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    $4107
  • Serene Lilac Catmint (Nepeta 'Serene Lilac'), a perennial featuring clumping, spreading form.

    Serene Lilac Catmint

    Nepeta 'Serene Lilac'

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    $2614

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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