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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

Trinette Hawaiian Schefflera (Schefflera Arboricola 'Trinette') — The Trinette Hawaiian Schefflera (Schefflera arboricola 'Trinette') is a versatile dwarf shrub

Shrub

Trinette Hawaiian Schefflera

Schefflera Arboricola 'Trinette'

FullUSDA 10–11
Tropical Sword Fern (Nephrolepis Exaltata) — is evenly spaced along the rachis (the central stem of the frond)

Fern

Tropical Sword Fern

Nephrolepis Exaltata

FullUSDA 10–11
Trout Lily (Erythronium Oreganum) — reminiscent of a trout's patterns; scientifically known as Erythronium oreganum, image 63

Bulb

Trout Lily

Erythronium Oreganum

FullUSDA 4–9
Trumpet Creeper (Campsis Radicans) — It spreads via root suckers; manage growth to prevent invasiveness; growing up to 3 inches long

Vine

Trumpet Creeper

Campsis Radicans

FullUSDA 4–10
Tufted Hair Grass (Deschampsia Cespitosa) — though it grows best in moist; blend seamlessly into meadow plantings

Grass

Tufted Hair Grass

Deschampsia Cespitosa

FullUSDA 4–9
Tule (Typha Domingensis) — This robust perennial stands tall, with stalks typically reaching 5 to 9 feet in height

Aquatic

Tule

Typha Domingensis

FullUSDA 8–10
Turtlehead (Chelone Glabra) — creating varied textures and heights within the garden composition

Perennial

Turtlehead

Chelone Glabra

HalfUSDA 3–8
Turtlehead (Chelone Obliqua) — It prefers fertile, humus-rich soil that is well-draining, yet moisture-retentive; scientifically known as Chelone obliqua

Perennial

Turtlehead

Chelone Obliqua

FullUSDA 3–9
Tussock Bellflower (Campanula Carpatica) — Hardy in Zones 3-7, it's an excellent ground cover or border accent; flourishing in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 7

Ground cover

Tussock Bellflower

Campanula Carpatica

FullUSDA 3–9
Tussock Sedge (Carex Stricta) — The inconspicuous greenish-brown flower spikes appear in late spring; plant spacing of 1.5 to 2.5 feet on center is, image 97

Grass

Tussock Sedge

Carex Stricta

FullUSDA 3–9
Twilight Hosta (Hosta 'Twilight') — The Hosta 'Twilight' is a striking perennial

Perennial

Twilight Hosta

Hosta 'Twilight'

HalfUSDA 3–8
Twilight Tassel™ Rabbit’s Foot Fern (Davallia tyermannii) — The Davallia tyermannii is a compact houseplant known as Twilight Tassel™ Rabbit’s Foot Fern

Twilight Tassel™ Rabbit’s Foot Fern

Davallia tyermannii

Half
Twisted Jasmine (Jasminum Tortuosum) — Reaching up to 15 feet, it boasts fragrant, star-shaped white blooms

Vine

Twisted Jasmine

Jasminum Tortuosum

FullUSDA 9–10
Umbrella Lily (Dianella Ensifolia) — sporting starry blooms and vibrant blue berries; effortlessly enhancing the garden's aesthetic with its tropical flair

Grass

Umbrella Lily

Dianella Ensifolia

FullUSDA 7–11
Umbrella Plant (Darmera Peltata) — succulent stems reaching 3-6 feet high; making it an excellent conversation starter.<br><br>For optimal growth, image 57

Perennial

Umbrella Plant

Darmera Peltata

FullUSDA 5–9
Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge (Cyperus Alternifolius) — commonly known as the Umbrella Plant or Umbrella Papyrus; ideal for adding vertical, image 61

Perennial

Umbrella Plant, Umbrella Flatsedge

Cyperus Alternifolius

Deep ShadeUSDA 9–11
Umbrella Tree (Schefflera Actinophylla) — so caution is advised in gardens with small children and pets.<br><br>For optimal growth; is a tropical evergreen

Shrub

Umbrella Tree

Schefflera Actinophylla

FullUSDA 10–11
Unique Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Unique') — It thrives in well-drained

Shrub

Unique Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Unique'

FullUSDA 6–9
Uplift™ Camouflage (Homalomena wallisii) — The Uplift™ Camouflage Homalomena

Uplift™ Camouflage

Homalomena wallisii

Full
Upright Snowberry (Symphoricarpos Albus Var. Laevigatus) — It reaches an approximate size of 3-6 ft in height and spread, preferring partial to full sun

Shrub

Upright Snowberry

Symphoricarpos Albus Var. Laevigatus

FullUSDA 4–10
Upright Wild Ginger (Saruma Henryi) — making it an excellent choice for a hassle-free garden addition

Ground cover

Upright Wild Ginger

Saruma Henryi

HalfUSDA 3–8
Urban Urchin™ Dragon Tree (Dracaena sp.) — is a compact dragon tree with upright, spiky leaves striped in green, light green, and chartreuse-white

Urban Urchin™ Dragon Tree

Dracaena sp.

Full
Valley Valentine Japanese Pieris (Pieris Japonica 'Valley Valentine') — ensuring a commanding presence without overwhelming the space.<br><br>This specimen

Broadleaf Evergreen

Valley Valentine Japanese Pieris

Pieris Japonica 'Valley Valentine'

HalfUSDA 5–8
Variegata English Ivy (Hedera Helix 'Minima Variegata') — lobed foliage adding contrast

Broadleaf Evergreen

Variegata English Ivy

Hedera Helix 'Minima Variegata'

FullUSDA 4–9

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