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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

  • La Vida Grande® Indian Hawthorn

    Rhaphiolepis indica 'La Vida Grande'

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    $2649

  • Summerific® French Vanilla Rose of Sharon

    Hibiscus x 'Vanilla Rose' PP33,181

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    $5251

  • Reminiscent® Yellow Rose

    Rosa x 'Reminiscent Yellow'

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    $2649
  • Garden Candy™ Peach-A-Licious™ Itoh Peony bursting with large peachy-apricot, semi-double ruffled blooms and glossy deep green foliage in the garden.

    Garden Candy™ Peach - A - Licious™ Itoh Peony

    Paeonia × Itoh ‘Smithopus5’

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    $13822

  • Dale's Strain Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'Dale's Strain'

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    $3429

  • Boulevard® Vicki™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Evipo114'

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    $6743
  • Double Rose™ Clematis

    Double Rose™ Clematis

    Clematis 'CleminovA29'

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    $5828

  • Camelot Lavender Foxglove

    Digitalis purpurea 'Camelot Lavender'

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    $3115

  • Bloombux® Magenta Rhododendron

    Rhododendron 'Bloombux Magenta'

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    $9141
  • Cora Louise Itoh Peony (Paeonia x 'Cora Louise'), a perennial featuring purple, white flowers and perennial.

    Cora Louise Itoh Peony

    Paeonia x 'Cora Louise'

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    $12071

  • Flaming Carpet™ Catawba Sedum

    Sedum 'Flaming Carpet Catawba'

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    $3489
  • Julia Rose Itoh Peony (Paeonia x 'Julia Rose'), a perennial featuring pink flowers and perennial.

    Julia Rose Itoh Peony

    Paeonia x 'Julia Rose'

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    $13154

  • Bubblegum Pink™ Phlox

    Phlox paniculata 'Ditomfra'

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    $3505

  • Empress™ Clematis

    Clematis ‘Evipo011’

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    $6743

  • Show Off™ Starlet Forsythia

    Forsythia x 'Minfor6'

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    $2649

  • Cannova® Bronze Orange Canna Lily

    Canna x generalis 'Bronze Orange'

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    $4429

  • Chicklet® Red Trumpet Bush

    Tecoma 'Chicklet Red'

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    $2649

  • Prairie Splendor™ Coneflower

    Echinacea purpurea 'Prairie Splendor'

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    $3859
  • Rock-N-Roll™ Hydrangea

    Rock - N - Roll™ Hydrangea

    Hydrangea macrophylla 'COF HM3'

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    $8808

  • Dark Towers Penstemon

    Penstemon 'Dark Towers'

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    $3462

  • White Gayfeather

    Liatris spicata 'Alba'

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    $3245

  • Clarence Bearded Iris

    Iris germanica 'Clarence'

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    $4960
  • Weeping Higan Flowering Cherry - Tree - Nature Hills Nursery - 1 Container -

    Weeping Higan Flowering Cherry

    Prunus subhirtella 'Pendula'

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    $7209

  • Opening Act Pink - a - Dot Hybrid Phlox

    Phlox hybrid PP 31,732

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    $3432

  • Golden Showers Climbing Rose

    Rosa 'Golden Showers'

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    $10023
  • Scout Maiden Grass (Miscanthus sinensis 'M77'), a perennial featuring pink, white flowers and perennial.

    Scout Maiden Grass

    Miscanthus sinensis 'M77'

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    $6069

  • Lilac Lights™ Azalea

    Rhododendron 'Lilac Lights'

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    $9540

  • Mellow Yellows Coneflower

    Echinacea purpurea ‘Mellow Yellows’

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    $3427

  • Britt Marie Crawford Leopard Plant

    Ligularia dentata USPP 16,113

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    $4461

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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