Zone 12: All Plants (USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 12)

USDA Zone 12 supports tropical and subtropical landscape plants due to its consistently warm temperatures and absence of frost.

With winter lows typically ranging from 50°F to 60°F, many perennials, shrubs, and trees experience little to no dormancy, while herbs and annuals can be grown nearly year-round in appropriate conditions.

No. Some plants in this collection are long-term landscape plants, while others are grown seasonally or for shorter-term use. This reflects how gardeners in Zone 12 grow a wide range of plants year-round.

Start by considering how you plan to use the plants—whether for permanent structure, seasonal color, or specialty uses. Filters like plant type, sun exposure, and life cycle can help narrow choices to match your space and goals.

In USDA Zone 12, planting is possible nearly year-round due to consistently warm temperatures and the absence of frost.

Many gardeners prefer to plant during slightly cooler or wetter seasons when soil moisture supports steady root development before periods of intense heat or seasonal dryness.

Frost-free conditions create opportunities for continuous growth and layered tropical structure.

Designing with canopy planning, drainage awareness, and seasonal rainfall patterns in mind helps maintain stability in consistently warm climates.

If your property falls near the boundary between Zone 12 and Zone 11, local conditions may influence plant behavior despite the overall warm climate.

Elevation, seasonal rainfall patterns, and proximity to coastlines can create slightly cooler or more variable growing conditions. Reviewing plants suited for Zone 11 may provide helpful comparison when selecting for long-term reliability in consistently warm environments.