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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

Blackberry Lily (Iris domestica) — After blossoms fade, clusters of shiny black seeds resembling blackberries provide lasting ornamental interest

Perennial

Blackberry Lily

Iris domestica

FullUSDA 5–10
Blackcurrant (Ribes Nigrum) — setting the stage for the formation of the renowned blackcurrant fruit

Shrub

Blackcurrant

Ribes Nigrum

HalfUSDA 3–8
Black Diervilla (Diervilla rivularis) — The Diervilla rivularis is a deciduous shrub with burgundy-black foliage

Black Diervilla

Diervilla rivularis

Deep Shade
Black Elderberry (Sambucus Nigra) — shrub for full or half or shade; to create a naturalistic or wildlife-friendly garden aesthetic

Shrub

Black Elderberry

Sambucus Nigra

FullUSDA 5–8
Black Haw (Viburnum Prunifolium) — the Black Haw thrives in a range of soil types

Shrub

Black Haw

Viburnum Prunifolium

FullUSDA 8–10
Black Lace Elder (Sambucus Nigra 'Black Lace') — Ideal for dramatic borders or as a feature plant, it adds texture and contrast to any garden design

Shrub

Black Lace Elder

Sambucus Nigra 'Black Lace'

FullUSDA 5–8
Black Lace‚Ñ¢ Elderberry (Sambucus Nigra 'Eva') — Blossoming in early summer

Shrub

Black Lace‚Ñ¢ Elderberry

Sambucus Nigra 'Eva'

FullUSDA 4–7
Black Magic Taro (Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic') — so caution should be exercised if pets or children are present in the garden vicinity

Shrub

Black Magic Taro

Colocasia Esculenta 'Black Magic'

ShadeUSDA 9–11
Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens') — to maintain its vibrant coloring and healthy growth; especially in the hotter seasons or in more

Grass

Black Mondo Grass

Ophiopogon Planiscapus 'Nigrescens'

Deep ShadeUSDA 7–10
Black Negligee Snakeroot (Actaea 'Black Negligee') — Recognized for its striking

Perennial

Black Negligee Snakeroot

Actaea 'Black Negligee'

HalfUSDA 3–9
Black Snakeroot (Actaea Racemosa) — It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8

Perennial

Black Snakeroot

Actaea Racemosa

HalfUSDA 3–8
Black Taffeta Alum Root (Heuchera 'Black Taffeta') — The Heuchera 'Black Taffeta' offers luxurious, silky black foliage that gives depth to landscape designs

Perennial

Black Taffeta Alum Root

Heuchera 'Black Taffeta'

HalfUSDA 4–9
Black Tower Elder (Sambucus Nigra 'Black Tower') — Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil

Shrub

Black Tower Elder

Sambucus Nigra 'Black Tower'

FullUSDA 5–8
Bladder Campion (Silene Uniflora) — hence the name "Bladder" Campion; it bears white, balloon-like flowers atop 6-12 inch stems with narrow, image 179

Perennial

Bladder Campion

Silene Uniflora

HalfUSDA 1–11
Bladdernut (Staphylea Trifolia) — shrub for full or half or shade

Shrub

Bladdernut

Staphylea Trifolia

FullUSDA 3–8
Bloodgood Japanese Maple (Acer Palmatum 'Bloodgood') — owing to its distinctive characteristics and year-round beauty

Tree

Bloodgood Japanese Maple

Acer Palmatum 'Bloodgood'

HalfUSDA 5–10
Bloomstruck Hydrangea (Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bloomstruck') — This robust variety reaches 3-4 ft in height and width, with a bloom period from late spring

Shrub

Bloomstruck Hydrangea

Hydrangea Macrophylla 'Bloomstruck'

HalfUSDA 4–9
Blue Angel Hosta (Hosta 'Blue Angel') — heart-shaped foliage and its ability to thrive in shaded areas of the garden

Perennial

Blue Angel Hosta

Hosta 'Blue Angel'

HalfUSDA 3–9
Blue Chalk Sticks (Senecio Mandraliscae) — white flowers in the garden; is a captivating succulent that brings a splash of tranquil blue-green tones to any

Ground cover

Blue Chalk Sticks

Senecio Mandraliscae

FullUSDA 9–10
Blue Cohosh (Caulophyllum Thalictroides) — Blue Cohosh, Caulophyllum thalictroides, is a shade-loving perennial native to woodland areas

Perennial

Blue Cohosh

Caulophyllum Thalictroides

HalfUSDA 3–8
Blue-Eyed Mary, Creeping Forget-Me- (Omphalodes Verna) — requiring minimal upkeep beyond occasional watering during dry periods.<br><br>When, image 96

Ground cover

Blue-Eyed Mary, Creeping Forget-Me-

Omphalodes Verna

HalfUSDA 6–9
Blue Girl Holly (Ilex X Meserveae 'Blue Girl') — commonly known as Blue Girl Holly

Broadleaf Evergreen

Blue Girl Holly

Ilex X Meserveae 'Blue Girl'

FullUSDA 4–8
Blue Glorybower (Clerodendrum Ugandense) — The Butterfly Bush, Clerodendrum ugandense, is an enchanting, deciduous shrub reaching up to 10 feet tall

Shrub

Blue Glorybower

Clerodendrum Ugandense

HalfUSDA 9–10
Blue Holly (Ilex X Meserveae) — This versatility makes it an ideal candidate for use as a hedge; making it an excellent choice for a wide range of, image 70

Broadleaf Evergreen

Blue Holly

Ilex X Meserveae

FullUSDA 5–8

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