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Best Plants for Tulsa, Oklahoma

📍 Tulsa, OK 🌡️ USDA Zone 7a 🌱 347+ compatible plants

Gardening in Tulsa

Tulsa falls in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a, which means your plants need to survive winters with minimum temperatures in the 0°F to 10°F range. The 347+ plants below are proven performers for your zone — including deer-resistant varieties, pet-friendly options, and pollinator-attracting species.

Top Plant Picks for Tulsa

Bald Cypress
Bald Cypress
Taxodium distichum
Feathery, soft foliage turns stunning shades of pink and white from June to September, adding vibrant color to summer landscapes. This low-maintenance, pollinator-friendly tree thrives in full sun across USDA zones 4-9 and is safe for pets.
Zone 4–9🐾 Pet-Friendly†🐝 Pollinator
Scabiosa
Scabiosa
Scabiosa columbaria
Delicate pale blue blooms brighten summer gardens with a charming, airy presence. This deer-resistant perennial thrives in USDA zones 3-9 and attracts abundant pollinators.
Zone 5–9🦌 Deer-Resistant🐾 Pet-Friendly†🐝 Pollinator
Tulip Poplar
Tulip Poplar
Liriodendron tulipifera
Showcasing stunning tulip-shaped yellow-green blooms in late spring, this tree adds vibrant seasonal interest to any landscape. Thriving in USDA zones 4-9, it’s fast-growing and deer resistant, making it a low-maintenance shade provider.
Zone 4–9🐾 Pet-Friendly†🐝 Pollinator
Bottlebrush Grass
Bottlebrush Grass
Elymus hystrix
Distinctive bottlebrush-shaped seed heads on upright stems make this native woodland grass a standout in shaded gardens. Thrives in dry shade where few grasses survive.
Zone 3–8🦌 Deer-Resistant🐾 Pet-Friendly†
Virginia Creeper
Virginia Creeper
Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Vibrant red foliage in fall transforms this vigorous vine into a stunning seasonal spectacle. Deer resistant and hardy in USDA zones 3-9, it thrives with minimal care.
Zone 3–9🦌 Deer-Resistant🐾 Pet-Friendly†
Smokebush
Smokebush
Cotinus coggygria Royal Purple
Rich, deep purple foliage and airy pink flower plumes create a stunning summer display that lasts into fall. This low-maintenance shrub thrives in USDA zones 4-8 and is drought tolerant.
Zone 5–8🦌 Deer-Resistant🐾 Pet-Friendly†🐝 Pollinator
Holly
Holly
Ilex meserveae Blue Princess
Striking blue-green leaves contrast beautifully with bright red berries that brighten winter gardens. This deer-resistant holly thrives in USDA zones 4-8 and offers year-round low-maintenance appeal.
Zone 5–9🦌 Deer-Resistant🐝 Pollinator
Candytuft
Candytuft
Iberis sempervirens
Bright white blooms burst in spring, creating a stunning carpet of color that lasts for weeks. This evergreen perennial thrives in USDA zones 3-9 and attracts pollinators while staying low maintenance.
Zone 3–8🦌 Deer-Resistant🐾 Pet-Friendly†🐝 Pollinator
Euonymus
Euonymus
Euonymus alatus Compactus
Striking red foliage in fall adds vibrant color to any landscape, creating a fiery seasonal display. This low-maintenance shrub is deer resistant and thrives in USDA zones 4-8.
Zone 4–8🐝 Pollinator
Gladiolus
Gladiolus
Gladiolus hortulanus
Vibrant gladiolus blooms in shades of pink, red, yellow, orange, and purple from June to September, adding stunning vertical color to your garden. Low-maintenance and pollinator-friendly, this sun-loving bulb thrives in USDA zones 4-9.
Zone 4–9🐝 Pollinator
Fremontodendron
Fremontodendron
Fremontodendron californicum
Bright yellow, fragrant blooms light up late spring and summer, creating a stunning display in any garden. This drought-tolerant, deer-resistant shrub thrives in USDA zones 7-10 with minimal care.
Zone 7–10🦌 Deer-Resistant🐾 Pet-Friendly†🐝 Pollinator
Pagoda Dogwood
Pagoda Dogwood
Cornus alternifolia
Delicate white blooms cascade in late spring, creating a stunning layered effect with elegant horizontal branches. This shade-tolerant tree thrives in USDA zones 3-8 and attracts pollinators while resisting deer damage.
Zone 3–7🦌 Deer-Resistant🐾 Pet-Friendly†🐝 Pollinator

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† "Pet-friendly" means not listed as toxic by ASPCA for dogs and/or cats. Always supervise pets around plants. ASPCA Animal Poison Control: (888) 426-4435.