Zone 4 plants are a hardy and dependable category, perfect for gardens in regions that experience winter lows down to –30 °F (around –34 °C). These cold-tolerant varieties include perennials, shrubs, and even trees that reliably emerge each spring, bringing color and structure to your landscape through long, chilly seasons
Which Zone 4 Plants Are Right for You?
Not sure where to start? Here’s a quick guide to picking the best Zone 4 plants for your garden:
Full Sun: Go for Catmint, Bluebeard, or Russian Sage—they thrive in bright, sunny spots.
Deer-Resistant: Try Yarrow or Ornamental Onion to keep your garden looking good without attracting deer.
Pollinator Favorites: Coneflowers and Bee Balm are magnets for bees and butterflies.
Cold-Hardy Choices: Balloon Flowers and Astilbe are tough enough to handle Zone 4 winters with ease.
Growing Zones: 4 to 8
