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  • Rock-N-Roll™ Hydrangea

    Rock - N - Roll™ Hydrangea

    Hydrangea macrophylla 'Rock-N-Roll'

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    $8808

  • Chicklet® Red Trumpet Bush

    Tecoma 'Chicklet Red'

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    $2649
  • Scout Maiden Grass (Miscanthus sinensis 'Scout'), a perennial featuring pink, white flowers and perennial.

    Scout Maiden Grass

    Miscanthus sinensis 'Scout'

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    $6069

  • Opening Act Pink - a - Dot Hybrid Phlox

    Phlox hybrid

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    $3432
  • Sweet and Sour Sedum (Sedum kamtschaticum 'Sweet and Sour'), a perennial featuring yellow flowers and perennial.

    Sweet and Sour Sedum

    Sedum kamtschaticum 'Sweet and Sour'

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    $2631

  • Clarence Bearded Iris

    Iris germanica 'Clarence'

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    $4960

  • Blue Stocking Bee Balm

    Monarda didyma 'Blue Stocking'

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    $3045

  • Georgia Peach Coral Bells

    Heuchera x 'Georgia Peach'

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    $4380

  • Oso Easy Ice Bay® Landscape Rose

    Rosa 'Oso Easy Ice Bay'

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    $2649

  • Lilac Lights™ Azalea

    Rhododendron 'Lilac Lights'

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    $9540

  • Rock 'N Round™ Bundle of Joy Sedum

    Sedum 'Bundle of Joy'

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    $3363
  • Red Sensation Cordyline (Cordyline australis 'Red Sensation'), a tree featuring white flowers and evergreen.

    Red Sensation Cordyline

    Cordyline australis 'Red Sensation'

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    $4337
  • Scarlet Heaven Itoh Peony (Paeonia x 'Scarlet Heaven'), a perennial featuring red flowers and perennial.

    Scarlet Heaven Itoh Peony

    Paeonia x 'Scarlet Heaven'

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    $13154
  • Boulevard® Volunteer™ Clematis

    Boulevard® Volunteer™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Volunteer'

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    $6743

  • Cara Mia™ Yellow Coneflower

    Echinacea 'Cara Mia Yellow'

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    $3824

  • Amazing Daisies® Spun Silk Shasta Daisy

    Leucanthemum superbum 'Spun Silk'

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    $3458
  • Proven Winners® Westcountry™ Tequila Flame Lupine

    Westcountry™ Tequila Flame Lupine

    Lupinus polyphyllus 'Tequila Flame'

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    $4954

  • Alocasia Metalhead Elephant Ear

    Alocasia 'Metalhead'

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    $5822
  • Aloha Elephant Ear (Colocasia esculenta 'Aloha'), a perennial featuring perennial and clumping, horizontal form.

    Aloha Elephant Ear

    Colocasia esculenta 'Aloha'

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    $5700

  • Funyella® Clematis

    Clematis hybrid 'Funyella'

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    $2649

  • Invitation Tall Bearded Iris

    Iris germanica 'Invitation'

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    $4096
  • Lemon Zest™ Japanese Forest Grass - Grass - Nature Hills Nursery - 1 Container -

    Lemon Zest™ Japanese Forest Grass

    Hakonechloa macra 'Lemon Zest'

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    $4496
  • Cannova® Mango Canna Lily (Canna × generalis 'Mango') plant, crop photo - Apr 9, 2026

    Cannova® Mango Canna Lily

    Canna x generalis 'Mango'

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    $4429

  • Elodi™ Clematis

    Clematis 'Elodi'

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    $4979

  • Dashing Tall Bearded Iris

    Iris germanica 'Dashing'

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    $4103

  • Dancing™ Can Can Cordyline

    Cordyline australis 'Dancing Can Can'

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    $4339
  • Cannova® Bronze Peach Canna Lily (Canna 'Cannova Bronze Peach') plant, crop photo - Apr 9, 2026

    Cannova® Bronze Peach Canna Lily

    Canna 'Cannova Bronze Peach'

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    $4429

  • Tropical Storm Elephant Ear

    Colocasia esculenta 'Tropical Storm'

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    $5644

  • Just Chill™ Red Tip™ Camellia

    Camellia x 'Just Chill Red Tip'

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    $2649

  • Summerific® Perfect Storm Rose Mallow

    Hibiscus x 'Summerific Perfect Storm'

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    $3476

Zone 9 Plants, Trees & Shrubs

Zone 9 Plants: Your Warm-Climate Plant Paradise

USDA Hardiness Zone 9 covers the warmest year-round growing regions, with average annual minimums between 20°F and 30°F. From coastal California and the desert Southwest through southern Texas, the Gulf Coast, and central Florida, Zone 9 gardeners enjoy near-tropical conditions with mild winters and long, hot summers.

This collection features our complete Zone 9 inventory, from drought-tolerant ground covers to full sun flowering trees, tropical fruit producers to heat-loving evergreens. Zone 9 is our most-searched growing zone, and for good reason: the plant palette is extraordinary.

What Thrives in Zone 9?

Zone 9 fruit trees are a major draw. Citrus trees (Orange, Lemon, Lime, Grapefruit), Avocado, Fig, Pomegranate, Olive, and tropical fruits like Guava and Mango (Zone 9b) all produce abundantly. Small trees for Zone 9 full sun including Desert Willow, Vitex, Crape Myrtle, and ornamental Palms provide shade without overwhelming smaller landscapes.

Drought tolerant shrubs for Zone 9 are essential in this climate. Bougainvillea, Oleander, Texas Sage, Lantana, Bird of Paradise, and native Muhly Grass create stunning landscapes that thrive on minimal supplemental water. Full sun plants for Zone 9 like Hibiscus, Plumbago, Esperanza, and Agapanthus deliver vivid color through the extended growing season.

Zone 9 perennials for full sun keep color going year-round. Salvia, Lantana, Gaura, Penstemon, Daylilies, and Society Garlic are low-maintenance workhorses. For shade, Bromeliads, Cast Iron Plant, and shade-tolerant Palms add tropical lushness.

Zone 9 Gardening Tips

Plant during the cooler months (October through March) for best establishment. Mulch is critical to conserve moisture and keep roots cool during scorching summers. Drip irrigation is more effective than overhead watering. Choose drought-tolerant plants as the foundation of your landscape, then add accent plants where supplemental water is practical.

FAQ's for Buying Zone 9 Plants FAQs Online

What is USDA Hardiness Zone 9?
Zone 9 covers areas with average annual minimum temperatures between 20°F and 30°F, split into 9a (20-25°F) and 9b (25-30°F). It includes coastal California, the desert Southwest, southern Texas, the Gulf Coast, and central Florida. Zone 9 gardens enjoy very mild winters and long hot summers.

What fruit trees grow in Zone 9?
Zone 9 supports an impressive range of fruit trees including all Citrus varieties (Orange, Lemon, Lime, Grapefruit), Avocado, Fig, Pomegranate, Olive, Peach, and tropical fruits like Guava and Mango (Zone 9b). Many produce fruit year-round with proper variety selection.

What are the best drought tolerant plants for Zone 9?
Top drought-tolerant Zone 9 plants include Bougainvillea, Oleander, Texas Sage, Lantana, Bird of Paradise, Muhly Grass, Agave, Desert Willow, Vitex, and native ornamental grasses. These thrive in full sun with minimal supplemental water once established.

What are the best full sun plants for Zone 9?
Outstanding full sun Zone 9 plants include Hibiscus, Bougainvillea, Plumbago, Lantana, Esperanza, Salvia, Agapanthus, Society Garlic, Crape Myrtle, and Bird of Paradise. These handle intense summer heat and deliver vibrant, long-lasting color.

When is the best time to plant in Zone 9?
The ideal planting window for Zone 9 is October through March, during cooler months. This gives roots time to establish before summer heat. Avoid planting during peak summer (June-September) unless you can provide daily watering and afternoon shade protection for new plantings.
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