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Full-sun plants

Plants that thrive in full sun, for hot, open, south-facing sites.

4,470 plants

Full-sun plants in the database

Mariken Dwarf Ginkgo Tree (Ginkgo Biloba 'Mariken') — is a captivating cultivar acclaimed for its compact growth habit and exceptional foliage

Shrub

Mariken Dwarf Ginkgo Tree

Ginkgo Biloba 'Mariken'

FullUSDA 4–11
Marina Strawberry Tree (Arbutus 'Marina') — This tree thrives in full sun to partial shade, reaching heights of 30-50 feet with a spread of 20-35 feet

Tree

Marina Strawberry Tree

Arbutus 'Marina'

FullUSDA 8–10
Marmalade Bush, Firebush (Streptosolen Jamesonii) — promoting local biodiversity

Shrub

Marmalade Bush, Firebush

Streptosolen Jamesonii

FullUSDA 10–11
Marmalade Lantana (Lantana camara) — blooming from planting to frost

Marmalade Lantana

Lantana camara

Full
'Marshmallow' Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum) — bright white flowers over fresh green foliage

'Marshmallow' Shasta Daisy

Leucanthemum superbum

Full
Marshmallow™ Bidens — is a mounded annual with pure white

Marshmallow™ Bidens

Bidens

Full
Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — heart-shaped leaves and vibrant yellow buttercup-like flowers blooming in early spring; this species is generally pest and

Perennial

Marsh Marigold

Caltha Palustris

FullUSDA 3–7
Mars Magic Hollyhock (Alcea Rosea 'Mars Magic') — The 'Mars Magic' Hollyhock (Alcea rosea 'Mars Magic') stands out with its vibrant, crimson-red blossoms

Perennial

Mars Magic Hollyhock

Alcea Rosea 'Mars Magic'

FullUSDA 3–10
Martha Washington Geranium (Pelargonium Domesticum) — Deadhead regularly for prolonged blooming; ideal for containers or as an accent

Perennial

Martha Washington Geranium

Pelargonium Domesticum

FullUSDA 9–10
Martin's Spurge (Euphorbia X Martinii) — Thriving in zones 7-9, it prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil

Perennial

Martin's Spurge

Euphorbia X Martinii

FullUSDA 5–9
Maryland Goldeneaster (Chrysopsis Mariana) — offering a burst of color and native charm

Perennial

Maryland Goldeneaster

Chrysopsis Mariana

FullUSDA 4–7
Mastic Tree (Pistacia Lentiscus) — Ideal for xeriscaping or as a windbreak; it's drought-tolerant, preferring well-drained soils

Shrub

Mastic Tree

Pistacia Lentiscus

FullUSDA 9–11
Mast Tree (Polyalthia Longifolia Pendula) — The inconspicuous pale green flowers may not be flashy; its non-invasive roots and minimal maintenance needs make

Tree

Mast Tree

Polyalthia Longifolia Pendula

FullUSDA 10–11
Matilija Poppy (Romneya Coulteri) — this perennial demands adequate space to showcase its bushy gray-green foliage and arresting flowers; perennial with white

Perennial

Matilija Poppy

Romneya Coulteri

FullUSDA 7–10
Maul Or Goldencup Oak, Canyon Live (Quercus Chrysolepis) — making it suitable for arid and semi-arid regions within USDA hardiness zones 7 to 9

Shrub

Maul Or Goldencup Oak, Canyon Live

Quercus Chrysolepis

FullUSDA 7–7
Mauve Clusters Fan Flower (Scaevola 'Mauve Clusters') — Scaevola 'Mauve Clusters', a robust groundcover, flaunts fan-shaped flowers of a delicate mauve shade

Ground cover

Mauve Clusters Fan Flower

Scaevola 'Mauve Clusters'

FullUSDA 9–10
Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill (Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei') — The blossoms are approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter and are set against finely divided

Ground cover

Max Frei Bloody Cranesbill

Geranium Sanguineum 'Max Frei'

FullUSDA 3–9
Max Frei Soapwort (Saponaria Lempergii 'Max Frei') — or Saponaria x lempergii 'Max Frei'

Ground cover

Max Frei Soapwort

Saponaria Lempergii 'Max Frei'

FullUSDA 4–8
Maximilian Sunflower (Helianthus Maximiliani) — Flowers from late summer to frost, attracting pollinators

Perennial

Maximilian Sunflower

Helianthus Maximiliani

FullUSDA 3–8
Mayla Hardy Water Lily (Nymphaea 'Mayla') — is renowned for its vibrant fuchsia blooms that grace ponds from late spring to early fall

Aquatic

Mayla Hardy Water Lily

Nymphaea 'Mayla'

FullUSDA 10–11
May Night Meadow Sage (Salvia X Sylvestris 'May Night') — This plant prefers well-drained soil and full sun

Perennial

May Night Meadow Sage

Salvia X Sylvestris 'May Night'

FullUSDA 4–9
Mayten Tree (Maytenus Boaria) — Adaptable to varied soils, it prefers full sun to light shade; requiring minimal supplemental watering.<br><br>For optimal

Tree

Mayten Tree

Maytenus Boaria

FullUSDA 8–10
Mcintosh Apple (Malus Pumila 'Mcintosh') — Malus pumila 'McIntosh' is a deciduous tree

Tree

Mcintosh Apple

Malus Pumila 'Mcintosh'

FullUSDA 5–8
Meadow Blazingstar (Liatris Ligulistylis) — adding a vertical accent to any landscape design

Perennial

Meadow Blazingstar

Liatris Ligulistylis

FullUSDA 3–9

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