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Full-shade plants

Plants for shade and deep shade: north sides, under canopy, courtyards.

1,155 plants

Full-shade plants in the database

Japanese Sweet Flag (Acorus Gramineus) — which helps ensure a long-lived presence in the landscape

Grass

Japanese Sweet Flag

Acorus Gramineus

FullUSDA 5–9
Japanese Tassel Fern (Polystichum Polyblepharum) — lustrous fronds can reach up to 1-2 feet in length; each frond unfolds in a tassel-like fashion

Fern

Japanese Tassel Fern

Polystichum Polyblepharum

Deep ShadeUSDA 5–10
Japanese Viburnum (Viburnum Japonicum) — It typically reaches 4-6 feet in height and spreads 4-5 feet

Shrub

Japanese Viburnum

Viburnum Japonicum

FullUSDA 7–10
Japanese Yew (Taxus Cuspidata) — which allows for shaping into various formal forms.<br><br>For maximum impact

Conifer

Japanese Yew

Taxus Cuspidata

FullUSDA 4–7
Jeweled Chain Fern (Woodwardia Unigemmata) — arched fronds reaching 2-3 feet in length

Fern

Jeweled Chain Fern

Woodwardia Unigemmata

Deep ShadeUSDA 8–10
Jewelweed (Impatiens Capensis) — which adds a functional aspect to its presence in a garden setting; also known as Touch-Me-Not, image 97

Annual

Jewelweed

Impatiens Capensis

HalfUSDA 2–11
Johnny Jump Up (Viola Tricolor) — long-lasting blooms to borders and containers from spring to frost; that Viola tricolor is known to attract butterflies and

Annual

Johnny Jump Up

Viola Tricolor

ShadeUSDA 6–10
June Hosta (Hosta 'June') — perennial with lavender blooms

Perennial

June Hosta

Hosta 'June'

HalfUSDA 3–9
Kaffir Lily (Clivia Miniata) — The Kaffir Lily (Clivia miniata); the Kaffir Lily yields best results when left undisturbed

Shrub

Kaffir Lily

Clivia Miniata

HalfUSDA 9–11
Kahili Ginger (Hedychium Gardnerianum) — perennial for full or half or shade; and visually captivating element that elevates the sensory experience of their

Perennial

Kahili Ginger

Hedychium Gardnerianum

FullUSDA 8–10
Kalanchoe Of Somalia (Kalanchoe Flammea) — is a succulent that commands attention with its vibrant orange-red blooms and glossy green leaves

Succulent

Kalanchoe Of Somalia

Kalanchoe Flammea

HalfUSDA 10–10
Kalimantan Satin Pothos (Scindapsus x) — The Scindapsus x 'Kalimantan' is a trailing houseplant with waxy

Kalimantan Satin Pothos

Scindapsus x

Half
Kalmiopsis (Kalmiopsis Leachiana) — is an enchanting evergreen shrub

Shrub

Kalmiopsis

Kalmiopsis Leachiana

HalfUSDA 7–9
Kalm's St. John Wort (Hypericum Kalmianum) — John's Wort, is a compact, dense shrub reaching 2-3 ft tall and wide

Broadleaf Evergreen

Kalm's St. John Wort

Hypericum Kalmianum

FullUSDA 4–7
Kamalo Pritchardia (Pritchardia Munroi) — The Pritchardia munroi is relatively slow-growing; it reaches heights of 20-30 feet, with a slender trunk of 6-8

Palm

Kamalo Pritchardia

Pritchardia Munroi

Deep ShadeUSDA 9–11
Kangaroo Vine (Cissus Antarctica) — the Kangaroo Vine adds both volume and a verdant aesthetic to garden spaces

Vine

Kangaroo Vine

Cissus Antarctica

FullUSDA 9–11
Kanjiro Camellia (Camellia Sasanqua 'Kanjiro') — scientifically named Camellia sasanqua 'Kanjiro'

Shrub

Kanjiro Camellia

Camellia Sasanqua 'Kanjiro'

HalfUSDA 7–10
Karen Azalea (Azalea X 'Karen') — Deep purple flowers with a magenta undertone and a delicate white blaze emerge in April-May

Shrub

Karen Azalea

Azalea X 'Karen'

HalfUSDA 4–9
Katsura Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Katsura') — turning to green in summer

Tree

Katsura Japanese Maple

Acer Palmatum 'Katsura'

FullUSDA 5–10
Katsura Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Katsura') — it's perfect for adding layered contrast to woodland gardens in USDA zones 5-8

Broadleaf Evergreen

Katsura Pieris

Pieris Japonica 'Katsura'

HalfUSDA 5–8
Kenilworth Ivy (Cymbalaria Muralis) — Cymbalaria muralis is an excellent choice for cascading over walls; native to Europe and the Mediterranean, image 71

Perennial

Kenilworth Ivy

Cymbalaria Muralis

Deep ShadeUSDA 5–8
Ken Janeck Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Ken Janeck') — with a slightly greater spread of 3 to 4 feet

Broadleaf Evergreen

Ken Janeck Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Ken Janeck'

FullUSDA 6–10
Kermadec Palm (Rhopalostylis Baueri Var. Cheesmanii) — with a spread of 10 to 15 feet

Palm

Kermadec Palm

Rhopalostylis Baueri Var. Cheesmanii

Deep ShadeUSDA 9–11
Key Lime Pie Coral Bells (Heuchera 'Key Lime Pie') — ruffled lime-green foliage reaching 8 to 12 inches in height and spreading 12 to 18 inches wide

Perennial

Key Lime Pie Coral Bells

Heuchera 'Key Lime Pie'

HalfUSDA 3–10

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