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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

Chinese Corydalis (Corydalis flexuosa) — or naturalizing woodland areas; it is vital to keep the soil consistently moist, but be cautious of overwatering, as

Perennial

Chinese Corydalis

Corydalis flexuosa

HalfUSDA 5–10
Chinese Evergreen Azalea (Rhododendron indicum) — Regular watering and mulching enhance its performance

Shrub

Chinese Evergreen Azalea

Rhododendron indicum

HalfUSDA 7–8
Chinese Ground Orchid (Bletilla Striata) — particularly during winter dormancy.<br><br>For the landscape design; is a hardy terrestrial orchid admired for its

Bulb

Chinese Ground Orchid

Bletilla Striata

HalfUSDA 5–9
Chinese Hat Plant (Holmskoldia Sanguinea) — adding an ecological benefit and dynamic interaction to the garden

Shrub

Chinese Hat Plant

Holmskoldia Sanguinea

HalfUSDA 10–11
Chinese Money Plant (Pilea Peperomioides) — adds a modern touch to any indoor space

Perennial

Chinese Money Plant

Pilea Peperomioides

ShadeUSDA 9–10
Chinese Peony (Paeonia Lactiflora) — pink and red and white flowers in the garden

Perennial

Chinese Peony

Paeonia Lactiflora

FullUSDA 3–10
Chinese Plum Yew (Cephalotaxus Fortunei) — is an evergreen conifer known for its refined texture and elegant; or as a sophisticated accent in formal garden

Shrub

Chinese Plum Yew

Cephalotaxus Fortunei

Deep ShadeUSDA 7–9
Chinese Tallow Tree (Triadica Sebifera) — The Chinese Tallow Tree (Triadica sebifera) is a fast-growing, deciduous tree reaching up to 40 feet tall; white-waxy

Tree

Chinese Tallow Tree

Triadica Sebifera

FullUSDA 9–10
Chinese Wild Ginger (Asarum Splendens) — well-drained soil rich in organic matter

Ground cover

Chinese Wild Ginger

Asarum Splendens

HalfUSDA 4–9
Chocolate Ruffles Coral Bells (Heuchera 'Chocolate Ruffles') — Heuchera 'Chocolate Ruffles' presents lavish

Ground cover

Chocolate Ruffles Coral Bells

Heuchera 'Chocolate Ruffles'

HalfUSDA 4–9
Christmas Fern (Polystichum Acrostichoides) — the Christmas fern is a favorite for both novice and experienced gardeners; is an evergreen fern native to North

Fern

Christmas Fern

Polystichum Acrostichoides

HalfUSDA 5–10
Christmas Rose (Helleborus Niger) — perennial with multi-colored and pink and white blooms

Perennial

Christmas Rose

Helleborus Niger

Deep ShadeUSDA 4–8
Cilipinense Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Cilpinense') — It prefers partial shade and well-drained, acidic soil

Shrub

Cilipinense Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Cilpinense'

HalfUSDA 5–8
Cinnabar Silver Coral Bells (Heuchera 'Cinnabar Silver') — Thrives in USDA zones 4-9, reaching 12-18 inches in height with an 18-inch spread

Perennial

Cinnabar Silver Coral Bells

Heuchera 'Cinnabar Silver'

HalfUSDA 4–9
Cinnamon Fern (Osmundastrum cinnamomea) — acidic soils and partial to full shade

Fern

Cinnamon Fern

Osmundastrum cinnamomea

Deep ShadeUSDA 3–9
Cinnamon Fern (Osmundastrum Cinnamomea) — cinnamon-stick like bundles of sporangia that give the plant its common name

Fern

Cinnamon Fern

Osmundastrum Cinnamomea

Deep ShadeUSDA 3–9
Cinquefoil (Potentilla Neumanniana) — the plant is adorned with bright yellow flowers; potentilla neumanniana is an excellent choice for rock, image 172

Ground cover

Cinquefoil

Potentilla Neumanniana

FullUSDA 3–10
Citronelle Heuchera (Heuchera 'Citronelle') — The Heuchera 'Citronelle' is a vibrant herbaceous perennial

Perennial

Citronelle Heuchera

Heuchera 'Citronelle'

HalfUSDA 4–9
Clayton's Fern (Osmunda Claytonia) — is a perennial fern native to the cool

Fern

Clayton's Fern

Osmunda Claytonia

Deep ShadeUSDA 3–8
Cleopatra Flame Violet (Episcia x) — Proven Winners - Velvet Tapestry™ Cleopatra - Flame Violet - Episcia x plant details

Cleopatra Flame Violet

Episcia x

Full
Cliff-Maids (Lewisia Cotyledon) — showcasing delicate petals that form a distinct star pattern.<br><br>Preferring well-drained

Perennial

Cliff-Maids

Lewisia Cotyledon

HalfUSDA 3–7
Climbing Aloe (Aloe Ciliaris) — evergreen succulent capable of reaching heights up to 10 feet with support

Succulent

Climbing Aloe

Aloe Ciliaris

FullUSDA 9–11
Climbing Hydrangea (Hydrangea Integrifolia) — This robust climber is native to Asia and thrives in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 9

Vine

Climbing Hydrangea

Hydrangea Integrifolia

Deep ShadeUSDA 7–9
Climbing Hydrangea (Hydrangea Anomala Petiolaris) — The Climbing Hydrangea (Hydrangea anomala petiolaris) is a deciduous vine valued for its, image 28

Vine

Climbing Hydrangea

Hydrangea Anomala Petiolaris

Deep ShadeUSDA 4–10

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