There are 17 trees for zone 7 that will not let you down! There are 28 states that make up USDA  7. Browse our planting guide on trees for zone 7 below for your location if you live in these regions and require some gardening and maintenance advice so you can grow successfully and easily!17 Trees for Zone 7

17 Trees For Zone 7 

There are many lovely annuals to select from, and the endemic species have stunning flowers, fruit, and foliage that rival anything found in warmer areas.

We’ve listed a variety of evergreen trees and plants below that will enhance the appearance of your home and provide shade and cover for your yard. We’ve also provided a few location options because the climate in Zone 7 varies so greatly from east to west, particularly in Arizona.

Zone 7 experiences moderate to extremely hot summers that move from the northeast to the southwest. Your outside space would benefit from tree cover and drought-resistant trees, which come in sizes ranging from medium to extremely large. Here are some options for Zone 7 summers that will provide beauty and shade:

1. America Elm Trees

American elm trees offer shade and have gorgeous, big, deep-green leaves in the summertime and golden leaves as their fall color . They can survive in cities and suburban settings and reach heights of 40 to 60 feet while tolerating all types of soil.America Elm Trees

This tree is simple to grow and enhances whatever area these trees grow. It is known for its expansive canopies and intriguing bark patterns. This elm thrives in most U.S. climates, except for Arizona, where it is unlikely to flourish.

2. Shumard Oak Tree

The Shumard Oak tree can reach a height of 60 feet, and its broad canopy provides complete shade in almost any setting. It has a root system enables it to endure severe storms and droughts as it grows straight. The Shumard Oak’s natural habitat is in the southeastern regions of the United States, so it could fare well there.Shumard Oak Tree

3. Velvet Mesquite Tree

This tree gives shelter and charm while tolerating intense heat and dry conditions if you live in a dry climate like Arizona. It can access water sources other species can’t because its taproot extends deeper into the earth than the tree’s height. This tree, which may reach a height of 50 feet depending on the water it receives, offers food for wildlife, fragrant wood for grilling, and a common landscaping option in its natural habitat.Velvet Mesquite Tree

In addition to shade trees, there are many evergreens you can grow in zone 7. Evergreens give your garden character, structure, and seclusion. Having greenery year-round in your yard brings attention and beauty, and most of these plants are low-maintenance and straightforward to maintain. Consider planting one of the many species of palm trees, which add stunning foliage designs and a tropical feel to your yard if you live in plant hardiness Zone 7 and are close to the coast.

4. Leyland Cypress Tree 

When fully grown, this Cypress reaches heights of 40 to 60b feet and offers plenty of seclusion along with smooth, non-prickly leaves that attract birds. Except for the most arid locations, this tree grows quite quickly – between 3 and 5 feet each year – and can endure most soil types. It also produces a lovely cone shape regardless of pruning.Leyland Cypress Tree

5. Austrian Pine Tree

Because of its strong tolerance for poorer air quality, the Austrian Pine is a common evergreen selection for urban areas. In contrast to many other evergreens, it can withstand pollution, salinity, clay soil, dryness, and other environmental challenges. These trees are a great windbreak for places that frequently experience violent storms and high winds because they mature to a height of 40 to 60 feet. In order to create privacy, they can also be arranged in a row.Austrian Pine Tree

6. Juniper “Wichita Blue” Tree

Gorgeous blue-gray leaves define this striking addition to the environment. The Wichita Blue Juniper, which reaches a height of around 25 feet, is a wind-breaking elegance whose berries draw countless birds for a spectacular wildlife display.Juniper Wichita Blue Tree

As these lovely flowers are only hardy to Zone 7 and lower, plant in full, bright sunlight. Many berry plants can grow in Zone 7, supporting traditional apple and stone fruit varieties like peaches, plums, and cherries.

Zone 7 has places with warmer weather. Hazelnuts, pistachios, and homegrown figs are good additions to any summertime cuisine. Numerous options are available, allowing for satisfying harvests every summer. Here are some fruit and berry trees you can cultivate in zone 7.

 

7. Berries

If you enjoy eating blueberries, the Hannah’s Choice Highbush Blueberry, Pink Lemonade Blueberry, and Sweetheart Blueberry are a few types that will thrive in Zone 7. Choose from the stunning Golden Raspberry or Heritage Everbearing Raspberry varieties if raspberries are your thing. Lingonberries, Elderberries, and Boysenberries all grow well in Zone 7, so if you prefer more uncommon berry varieties, consider growing them.Berries

8. Stone Fruit

Numerous stone fruit species, such as peaches, plums, cherries, and apricots, can be grown in Zone 7. For Zone 7, people frequently choose the Elberta, Harvester, Babcock, and Frost Proof peach cultivars. Many types of peach trees bear fruit within their first year and can reach heights of about 15 feet.Stone Fruit

The striking Black Ice with its flowing leaves and diminutive stature, the lively and well-liked Santa Rosa, and the low-maintenance, dark Methley are just a few of the plum varieties that flourish in Zone 7. If you enjoy apricots, Zone 7 permits several types, including the self-pollinating Blenheim, resistant to frost and sweet-pitted Chinese Mormon, and the part dwarf and exceptionally hardy Wenatchee.

If fruit trees are on your to-do list, pick between the delicious and perennially popular Bing and the stunning golden Rainier varieties. The self-pollinating and delectable Stella cherry tree is a fantastic option if you search for fruit in the first year.

We can’t even begin to list the variety of flowering trees and shrubs that thrive in Zone 7, so here are a few families that give a general overview of the countless options available for your garden.

9. Azaleas

Azaleas can tolerate full sun, but they can thrive in regions with partial shade and sunlight. Their vibrant blossoms provide beauty to any area where they are grown; some types are both extraordinarily fragrant and colorful.Azaleas

The Conversation Piece Azalea displays blossoms in arresting pinks, whites, and reds on the same shrub. In contrast, the Encore Azalea types blossom throughout the year and come in various brilliant colors! Be aware that azaleas require pruning after blooming to produce a profusion of flowers the next season.

10. Hydrangeas

Hydrangeas offer color and excitement to your lawn and landscape, whether you select a royal blue strain or a vividly colored variety. Some varieties of its broad, architectural leaves can reach heights of several feet, filling bare corners.Hydrangeas

The Endless Summer Hydrangea is a well-liked option among gardeners because it flowers from spring and summer to November. Reblooming Red Sensation Hydrangea is a vivid-red hydrangea that displays in May and in the summer for a more spectacular display. The Annabelle Hydrangea (shown below), which reaches a height of five feet, is a good choice if you like a more subdued hue with big, stunning white blossoms.

11. Kousa Dogwood

Many homeowners stop searching once they find the Kousa dogwood when looking for a striking display plant for their gardening plan (Cornus kousa). It has distinctive peeling; mottled bark that creates the ideal environment for a large branching canopy, robust branches with bright green foliage, and spring showers of white flowers.Kousa Dogwood

Kousa dogwood trees start with an upright shape, but as they get older, their branches spread out horizontally. The outcome will be a lovely canopy covering most of the yard. By affixing tiny twinkle lights to the bottom of the canopy, many people use them as focal points to create a lovely atmosphere for nighttime leisure.

12. Weeping Cherry

The pendulous branches of a weeping cherry tree are at their prettiest in the spring when they are draped in pink or white blooms. It forms a lovely, elegant specimen tree for front lawns that will likely draw admiring glances. Sizes range from 8-foot (2 m) dwarfs to 40-foot (12 m) kinds with spreading canopies in the different species and cultivars.Weeping Cherry

13. Itea Shrub

Medium green, up to 4 inches (10 cm) long, Itea plants have leaves that change color in the fall to hues of mahogany, orange, yellow, and red. The attractive native Itea shrub spreads via underground runners, which can be stopped to stop the growth.Itea Shrub

Itea sweetspire runners should be removed from situations where the bush is not desired by digging them up. Other names for the Itea shrub include Virginia willow and Virginia sweetspire. It draws butterflies, and the berries on its branches are food for flying birds.

14. Red Twig Dogwood

The winter garden would look amazing with adding a red twig of dogwood. When the leaves fall, the branches, green in the spring and summer, turn a vivid crimson color.Red Twig Dogwood

The shrub blooms with creamy-white flowers in the spring and bears greenish-white berries by the end of summer. Fruits and blooms contrast nicely with the dark leaves, but they are nothing compared to the bright winter show.

15. Laburnum Tree

The Laburnum golden chain tree (Laburnum spp.) is just around 25 feet (7.6 m) tall and 18 feet (5.5 m) wide, but when it is covered in golden blooms, it makes a stunning sight in the garden. When the deciduous tree’s hanging, 10-inch (25-cm) flower clusters emerge in the spring, they are tremendously spectacular.Laburnum Tree

Little bunches of leaves can be seen. Each oval leaf is green throughout its entire life before falling from the tree in the fall.

16. Crape Myrtle

Numerous species of crepe myrtle trees overlook a variety of southern environments. Because of their summer blooms, attractive, peeling bark, and simple maintenance requirements, southern gardeners adore their crepe myrtles.Crape Myrtle

In most USDA Zones 9 through 7 (with some unique types surviving in zone 6), where they are hardy, growing crepe myrtles is not a problem because they are simple to cultivate in the correct environment.

Planting crepe myrtle plants in a sunny area is recommended. Crepe myrtle trees can grow in most soil types except damp soils. Therefore the soil does not need to be rich or treated. Summer blooms are abundant and kept away by pests thanks to sunlight and soil that drains properly.

17. Perennials

The mild temperature in Zone 7 enables perennials to flourish continuously. Daisies, Black-Eyed Susans, Salvias, and lavender are all available for your selection. Bleeding Hearts, Hostas, Toad Lilies, and numerous other perennials for shade are available.Perennials

It’s crucial to keep in mind that the minimum temperatures and frost dates, as well as the portions of your land that receive sunlight and shadow, can change. Some trees and shrubs do better when planted in the spring or summer, while others do better when planted in the fall so they can overwinter.

Before buying and planting, confirm your particular plant’s needs, and always amend the soil to increase the likelihood of success. With a long growing season and a humid, moderate climate, Zone 7 makes gardening considerably simpler for plants to thrive.

Again, Zone 7 comes up with more species than we can mention, but some striking options for your landscape are Weigela shrubs, Knock Out Roses, and Rose of Sharon shrubs, as well as the hummingbird-attracting Black Knight Butterfly Bush.

Conclusion

Planning your landscape carefully will result in a garden full of flowers and leaves that will beautify your yard and turn it into a welcoming outdoor living area.

The strategic design produces indescribable benefits, like placing something lovely outside your kitchen door and hummingbird-attracting flowers next to your porch or patio.

By doing a thorough study, learning your soil type and sunny locations, and choosing kinds that will thrive where they are planted, you may give yourself and your new trees and plants the best chance of success.

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