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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

Molineux English Rose (Rosa David Austin 'Molineux') — providing a full and lush appearance; this robust shrub is disease-resistant, favoring full sun to

Shrub

Molineux English Rose

Rosa David Austin 'Molineux'

FullUSDA 6–11
Molongo Grevillea (Grevillea Juniperina 'Molonglo') — The Molongo Grevillea (Grevillea juniperina 'Molonglo') is an ornate shrub

Ground cover

Molongo Grevillea

Grevillea Juniperina 'Molonglo'

FullUSDA 9–11
Momi Fir (Abies Firma) — Distinctive for its thick

Momi Fir

Abies Firma

FullUSDA 4–7
Mondo Grass, Lily Grass (Ophiopogon Japonicus) — commonly known as Mondo Grass or Lily Grass

Grass

Mondo Grass, Lily Grass

Ophiopogon Japonicus

Deep ShadeUSDA 7–10
Monkey Flower (Mimulus X Hybridus) — Typically grows 1-2 feet tall with a 1-foot spread; to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, image 81

Perennial

Monkey Flower

Mimulus X Hybridus

FullUSDA 8–10
Monkey Puzzle Tree (Araucaria Araucana) — is an evergreen conifer that boasts a distinct and captivating appearance; conifer / tree for full, image 99

Conifer

Monkey Puzzle Tree

Araucaria Araucana

FullUSDA 7–11
Monkey Thorn (Acacia Galpinii) — Adaptable to various soils, it requires full sun and moderate watering

Tree

Monkey Thorn

Acacia Galpinii

FullUSDA 9–11
Monkshood (Aconitum Napellus) — thus it should be placed with caution; exercise caution: all parts are highly toxic if ingested, image 94

Perennial

Monkshood

Aconitum Napellus

FullUSDA 3–7
Monstrose Apple Cactus (Cereus Hildmannianus 'Monstrosus') — fragrant flowers which bear fruit resembling small apples

Cactus

Monstrose Apple Cactus

Cereus Hildmannianus 'Monstrosus'

FullUSDA 9–11
Montana Moss® Juniper (Juniperus chinensis) — moss-like blue-green foliage and a spreading

Montana Moss® Juniper

Juniperus chinensis

Full
Montara Sagebrush (Artemisia 'Montara') — Thriving in USDA zones 5-9, it reaches 18-24 inches in height and spreads 24-30 inches

Ground cover

Montara Sagebrush

Artemisia 'Montara'

FullUSDA 11–11
Montbretia (Crocosmia X `Emily Mckenzie`) — can ensure this Crocosmia remains a beloved and enduring component of their garden; boasting vibrant, image 75

Bulb

Montbretia

Crocosmia X `Emily Mckenzie`

FullUSDA 5–9
Montebretia (Crocosmia X Crocosmiiflora) — This perennial showcases vibrant, sword-shaped foliage, reaching about 2-4 feet tall with a spread of, image 30

Bulb

Montebretia

Crocosmia X Crocosmiiflora

FullUSDA 2–9
Monterey Cypress (Cupressus Macrocarpa) — the Monterey Cypress commands significant space and may cast a wide shadow; it reaches up to 70 feet in height with a

Tree

Monterey Cypress

Cupressus Macrocarpa

FullUSDA 7–11
Monterey Cypress 'Goldcrest' (Cupressus Macrocarpa 'Goldcrest') — Ideal for hedging and vertical accents

Conifer

Monterey Cypress 'Goldcrest'

Cupressus Macrocarpa 'Goldcrest'

FullUSDA 7–10
Monterey Cypress Wilma Goldcrest (Cupressus Macrocarpa 'Wilma Goldcrest') — Thriving in USDA zones 7-10, it requires full sun and well-drained soil

Conifer

Monterey Cypress Wilma Goldcrest

Cupressus Macrocarpa 'Wilma Goldcrest'

FullUSDA 7–10
Monterey Pine (Pinus Radiata) — They are susceptible to fungal diseases and pests

Conifer

Monterey Pine

Pinus Radiata

FullUSDA 8–10
Montezuma Cypress (Taxodium Mucronatum) — furrowed appearance.<br><br>When incorporating the Montezuma Cypress into landscape designs; reaching up to 80 feet

Conifer

Montezuma Cypress

Taxodium Mucronatum

FullUSDA 8–10
Montgomery Palm (Veitchia arecina) — with a canopy span of 8 to 10 feet

Palm

Montgomery Palm

Veitchia arecina

FullUSDA 10–11
Montgomery Spruce (Picea Pungens 'Montgomery') — adding year-round visual interest

Conifer

Montgomery Spruce

Picea Pungens 'Montgomery'

FullUSDA 4–7
Moonbeam Threadleaf Coreopsis (Coreopsis Verticillata 'Moonbeam') — perennial for full; offering a harmonious color contrast and texture variation that can

Perennial

Moonbeam Threadleaf Coreopsis

Coreopsis Verticillata 'Moonbeam'

FullUSDA 6–10
Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba) — lending a mystical ambiance to evening gardens

Vine

Moonflower

Ipomoea Alba

FullUSDA 3–10
Moonglow Mangave (Mangave 'Moonglow') — The Mangave 'Moonglow' is a captivating succulent hybrid

Succulent

Moonglow Mangave

Mangave 'Moonglow'

FullUSDA 8–10
Moonlight Grevillea (Grevillea 'Moonlight') — Grevillea 'Moonlight' is a popular and remarkably adaptable plant

Shrub

Moonlight Grevillea

Grevillea 'Moonlight'

FullUSDA 8–10

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