Zone 8: All Plants (USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 8)

USDA Zone 8 supports a broad mix of hardy landscape plants due to its moderate winters and extended growing season.

With winter lows typically ranging from 10°F to 20°F, many perennials, shrubs, and trees overwinter reliably, while herbs and annuals thrive through the long active growing months.

Not every plant in this collection is intended to remain in the ground year-round.

Many trees, shrubs, and hardy perennials will overwinter dependably in Zone 8, while herbs and annuals are typically grown seasonally and replanted when conditions are favorable.

Start with your goals—whether that’s shade, privacy, seasonal color, edible harvests, or low-maintenance structure. In USDA Zone 8, moderate winters and a long growing season allow a wide range of plant types to establish reliably when matched to proper sun exposure and soil conditions.

Use filters to refine by plant type, mature size, and light requirements to build a balanced, climate-appropriate landscape.

In USDA Zone 8, planting is often most successful during the cooler months of fall and early spring when soil remains workable but temperatures are moderate. Fall planting allows roots to establish before summer heat, while early spring planting supports steady growth before peak temperatures arrive.

Annuals and tender plants should be installed after the final frost date in your area.

Zone 8 gardens often combine evergreen structure with layered perennials and seasonal color.

The climate supports foundation plantings, mixed borders, ornamental trees, container displays, and longer bloom cycles compared to colder northern zones.

If your property falls near a zone boundary, local conditions may influence plant performance more than the map alone.

Elevation, wind exposure, soil type, and urban heat retention can create slightly cooler or warmer microclimates. Reviewing plants suited for Zone 7 or Zone 9 can provide helpful comparison when selecting for long-term reliability.