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  • Helenium Mariachi™ Salsa (Sneezeweed)

    Mariachi™ Salsa Helenium (Sneezeweed)

    Helenium x 'Salsa'

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    $3227
  • Mariachi Bandera sneezeweed growing in a nursery pot with dense mounds of narrow green leaves

    Mariachi™ Bandera Sneezeweed

    Helenium autumnale 'Bandera' PP 27,397

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    $2914
  • Proven Winners® Staircase™ Blue Lupine

    Staircase™ Blue Lupine

    Lupinus polyphyllus 'Staircase Blue'

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    $4962

  • Kieffer Pear Tree

    Pyrus communis 'Kieffer'

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    $9269

  • Oso Easy® Hot Paprika® Shrub Rose

    Rosa x 'FARROWRSP'

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    $6686

  • Staircase™ Rose White Lupine

    Lupinus polyphyllus 'Staircase Rose White'

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    $5028

  • Flora™ Bijou™ Clematis

    Clematis 'EVIpo030'

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    $5211

  • Fooled Me Daylily

    Hemerocallis 'Fooled Me'

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    $4079

  • Muskingum® Dogwood

    Cornus racemosa 'Muszam'

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    $7759

  • Guardian Mix Delphinium

    Delphinium elatum ‘Guardian Mix’

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    $3463

  • Peach Blast Daylily

    Hemerocallis 'Peach Blast'

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    $3813
  • Proven Winners® Staircase™ Orange Lupine

    Staircase™ Orange Lupine

    Lupinus polyphyllus 'Staircase Orange'

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    $4989

  • Kim's Knee High™ Coneflower

    Echinacea purpurea 'Kim's Knee High'

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    $3796
  • Noble Maiden White Lupine

    Noble Maiden Lupine

    Lupinus polyphyllus 'Noble Maiden'

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    $2968
  • Fernspray Gold Hinoki False Cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Fernspray Gold') plant, crop photo - Sep 11, 2026

    Fernspray Gold Hinoki False Cypress

    Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Fernspray Gold'

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    $13237
  • Delgenius™ Kingsley Delphinium (Delphinium x 'Kingsley' PP34,675), a perennial featuring purple flowers and perennial.

    Delgenius™ Kingsley Delphinium

    Delphinium x 'Kingsley' PP34,675

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    $3893

  • Blunt Mountain Mint

    Pycnanthemum muticum

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    $3483

  • Chandelier Lupine

    Lupinus polyphyllus 'Chandelier'

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    $2978

  • Dressed Up® 'Evening Gown' Coral Bells

    Heuchera 'Evening Gown'

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    $4279
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    Crimson Fire® Chinese Fringe

    Loropetalum chinense 'Crimson Fire'

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    $10240
  • Jazz Hands White Chinese fringe flower branch covered in white strap petal blooms above glossy green leaves

    Jazz Hands® White Chinese Fringe-flower

    Loropetalum chinense 'Jazz Hands White'

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    $2649

  • Sky Dew® Gold Blueberry

    Vaccinium corymbosum 'Sky Dew Gold'

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    $2649

  • Just Chill® Double Mauve Camellia

    Camellia x 'FARROWCJH'

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    $2663

  • Serendipity Allium

    Allium x 'Serendipity'

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    $3949

  • Baroness Fookes™ Clematis

    Clematis 'EviGsy156'

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    $6743
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    Grandiose® Series Asiatic Lilies (Orange, Purple, & Yellow)

    Lilium asiaticum 'Grandiose' Collection C

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    $2969
  • Two golden-yellow Pure As Gold bearded iris blooms with ruffled petals and unopened buds in a garden.

    Pure As Gold Bearded Iris

    Iris × germanica ‘Pure As Gold’

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    $4063
  • Alocasia Dark Star Elephant Ear (Alocasia 'Dark Star'), a perennial featuring erect form.

    Alocasia Dark Star Elephant Ear

    Alocasia 'Dark Star'

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    $5711
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    Grandiose® Series Asiatic Lilies (Red, Rose Purple, & White)

    Lilium asiaticum 'Grandiose' Collection B

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    $2969
  • Alocasia Low Rider Elephant Ear (Alocasia 'Low Rider'), a perennial featuring erect form.

    Alocasia Low Rider Elephant Ear

    Alocasia 'Low Rider'

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    $6923

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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