Plant Guide

Best Plants for Tulsa, Oklahoma

๐Ÿ“ Tulsa, OK ๐ŸŒก๏ธ USDA Zone 7a ๐ŸŒฑ 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 0ยฐF to 10ยฐF range. The 347+ plants below are proven performers for your zone โ€” including deer-resistant varieties, pet-friendly options, and pollinator-attracting species.

Top Plant Picks for Tulsa

Bleeding Heart
Bleeding Heart
Lamprocapnos spectabilis
Delicate pink and white heart-shaped blooms grace spring gardens with romantic charm. This shade-loving perennial attracts pollinators and thrives in USDA zones 3-9.
Zone 3โ€“9๐ŸฆŒ Deer-Resistant๐Ÿ Pollinator
Japanese Anemone
Japanese Anemone
Anemone x hybrida
Delicate white to soft pink blooms brighten late summer and fall with graceful elegance. This deer-resistant perennial thrives in USDA zones 4-8 and attracts pollinators while requiring minimal care.
Zone 4โ€“8๐ŸฆŒ Deer-Resistant๐Ÿพ Pet-Friendlyโ€ ๐Ÿ Pollinator
Japanese Maple
Japanese Maple
Acer palmatum
Vibrant red to orange foliage in fall makes this tree a stunning seasonal showstopper. Thrives in USDA zones 5-8 and offers low-maintenance, shade-tolerant beauty.
Zone 5โ€“9๐ŸฆŒ Deer-Resistant๐Ÿพ Pet-Friendlyโ€ 
Zinnia
Zinnia
Zinnia elegans
Vibrant, daisy-like blooms in shades of red, pink, yellow, and orange brighten summer gardens with nonstop color. Thriving in USDA zones 3-10, zinnias attract pollinators and require minimal care.
Zone 2โ€“11๐ŸฆŒ Deer-Resistant๐Ÿพ Pet-Friendlyโ€ ๐Ÿ 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 3โ€“8๐ŸฆŒ Deer-Resistant๐Ÿพ Pet-Friendlyโ€ 
Ligularia
Ligularia
Ligularia dentata
Bold, golden-yellow blooms brighten late summer gardens with striking, large purple-green foliage. This shade-tolerant, moisture-loving perennial thrives in USDA zones 4-8 and resists deer.
Zone 3โ€“8๐Ÿ Pollinator
Leadplant
Leadplant
Amorpha canescens
Showy spikes of fragrant purple flowers bloom from late spring to summer, adding vibrant color to prairie gardens. This drought-tolerant shrub thrives in USDA zones 3-8 and attracts pollinators while resisting deer.
Zone 2โ€“8๐ŸฆŒ Deer-Resistant๐Ÿพ Pet-Friendlyโ€ ๐Ÿ Pollinator
Quick Fire Fab Panicle Hydrangea
Quick Fire Fab Panicle Hydrangea
Hydrangea paniculata 'Quick Fire Fab'
Showcasing stunning pink-to-white blooms from June to September, this hydrangea adds vibrant summer color to any garden. Low-maintenance and deer resistant, it thrives in zones 4-9 and attracts valuable pollinators.
Zone 4โ€“9๐Ÿ Pollinator
Eupatorium
Eupatorium
Eupatorium maculatum
Vibrant clusters of pink to purple blooms light up late summer gardens, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. This deer-resistant perennial thrives in USDA zones 4-9 with minimal care.
Zone 4โ€“9๐ŸฆŒ Deer-Resistant๐Ÿพ Pet-Friendlyโ€ ๐Ÿ 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 5โ€“9๐ŸฆŒ Deer-Resistant๐Ÿ Pollinator
Saucer Magnolia
Saucer Magnolia
Magnolia x soulangeana
Showy, large pink to white blooms burst forth in early spring, creating a stunning floral display before the leaves emerge. Hardy in USDA zones 4-9, this tree thrives with minimal care and attracts early pollinators.
Zone 4โ€“9๐ŸฆŒ Deer-Resistant๐Ÿพ Pet-Friendlyโ€ ๐Ÿ Pollinator
Sneezeweed
Sneezeweed
Helenium autumnale
Vibrant golden-yellow blooms light up late summer to fall, adding warm color to any garden. Deer resistant and thriving in USDA zones 3-9, it attracts pollinators with ease.
Zone 3โ€“8๐ŸฆŒ Deer-Resistant๐Ÿพ Pet-Friendlyโ€ ๐Ÿ Pollinator

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โ€  "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.