Zone 8 is a warm, temperate growing region with average minimum temperatures between 10°F and 20°F. This zone offers one of the longest growing seasons in the country, allowing gardeners to grow an incredible diversity of plants—from cold-hardy perennials to tropical foliage and flowering shrubs. Choosing the right Zone 8 plants ensures your garden flourishes with vibrant color, lush foliage, and seasonal blooms.
Gardeners in Zone 8 can enjoy nearly year-round planting opportunities. Perennials such as daylilies, coneflowers, and phlox thrive and return each year with minimal care. Flowering shrubs like hibiscus, hydrangea, butterfly bush, and plumbago perform beautifully, filling landscapes with bold seasonal color. Ornamental grasses such as muhly grass and fountain grass add movement, texture, and low-maintenance structure. Zone 8 also supports a wide range of tropical plants—including crotons, alocasias, bird of paradise, and palms—that create a lush, exotic atmosphere outdoors. With so many options, Zone 8 gardeners can design layered, dynamic landscapes that thrive across all four seasons.
