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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

North Hills Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'North Hills') — North Hills Phlox (Phlox subulata 'North Hills') is an evergreen perennial that forms a dense

Perennial

North Hills Phlox

Phlox Subulata 'North Hills'

FullUSDA 3–10
North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — The Thuja occidentalis North Pole® is a narrow

Conifer

North Pole® Arborvitae

Thuja occidentalis

FullUSDA 3–7
Norway Maple (Acer Platanoides) — ensure ample space away from sidewalks or driveways; which span approximately 4 to 7 inches across and showcase a, image 80

Tree

Norway Maple

Acer Platanoides

FullUSDA 3–10
Norway Spruce (Picea Abies) — are attached individually to the branches

Conifer

Norway Spruce

Picea Abies

FullUSDA 2–7
Nova Agave (Agave Celsii 'Nova') — making it a perfect focal point for rock gardens

Succulent

Nova Agave

Agave Celsii 'Nova'

FullUSDA 8–10
Nova Zembla Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla') — plant the 'Nova Zembla' in a location that provides dappled shade or morning sun with afternoon shade

Broadleaf Evergreen

Nova Zembla Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Nova Zembla'

FullUSDA 4–8
Nu™eg Scented Geranium (Pelargonium Fragrans) — Due to its compact size and fragrant nature

Perennial

Nu™eg Scented Geranium

Pelargonium Fragrans

FullUSDA 9–10
Nuttall's Oak (Quercus Texana) — quickly grows to a robust height of 40-60 feet with a spread of 25-35 feet

Tree

Nuttall's Oak

Quercus Texana

FullUSDA 7–11
Oakleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea Quercifolia) — mahogany red in the fall.<br><br>From early summer to late fall; this native plant typically reaches 4-6 feet in

Shrub

Oakleaf Hydrangea

Hydrangea Quercifolia

FullUSDA 7–9
Oak Leaf&trade; Red Holly (Ilex X 'Oakleaf') — Oak Leaf&trade; Red Holly (Ilex x 'Conaf')

Tree

Oak Leaf&trade; Red Holly

Ilex X 'Oakleaf'

FullUSDA 6–9
Obovate Peony (Paeonia Obovata) — bowl-shaped flowers in spring

Perennial

Obovate Peony

Paeonia Obovata

FullUSDA 3–10
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — The shrub's distinctive 5 to 8-inch-long flower panicles bloom profusely in late spring to early summer; white flowers in

Shrub

Ocean Spray

Holodiscus Discolor

FullUSDA 4–7
Ocelot™ Dumb Cane (Dieffenbachia hybrid) — creating a vivid spotted effect

Ocelot™ Dumb Cane

Dieffenbachia hybrid

Full
Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip (Fouquieria Splendens) — which can swiftly fall off in response to drought; known for its striking appearance and, image 108

Succulent

Ocotillo, Coachman's Whip

Fouquieria Splendens

FullUSDA 9–10
October Daphne (Sedum Sieboldii) — These flowers are roughly 0.5 inches in diameter and attract pollinators like bees and butterflies

Ground cover

October Daphne

Sedum Sieboldii

FullUSDA 3–10
October Glory Red Maple (Acer Rubrum 'October Glory') — is a captivating cultivar celebrated for its stunning fireworks of fall color and robust growth

Tree

October Glory Red Maple

Acer Rubrum 'October Glory'

FullUSDA 3–10
'October Sky' Switch Grass (Panicum virgatum) — It matures at 54-60 inches tall and 24-30 inches wide, forming a sturdy vertical accent

'October Sky' Switch Grass

Panicum virgatum

Full
Octopus Agave (Agave Vilmoriniana) — presents a striking and unconventional aesthetic for your landscape design

Succulent

Octopus Agave

Agave Vilmoriniana

FullUSDA 9–11
Off to Oz™ Neon Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) — The Epipremnum aureum Off to Oz™ Neon Pothos is a trailing houseplant with spade-shaped

Off to Oz™ Neon Pothos

Epipremnum aureum

Full
Ogeechee Tupelo (Nyssa Ogeche) — Noted for its brilliant red fall foliage

Tree

Ogeechee Tupelo

Nyssa Ogeche

FullUSDA 7–9
Old Field Goldenrod (Solidago Nemoralis) — with several tiny florets

Perennial

Old Field Goldenrod

Solidago Nemoralis

FullUSDA 3–9
Old Man Cactus (Cephalocereus Senilis) — cactus with pink blooms; overwatering can lead to root rot, a common issue with cacti, image 74

Cactus

Old Man Cactus

Cephalocereus Senilis

FullUSDA 9–10
Old Man Prickly Pear (Opuntia Erinacea) — It blooms bright yellow flowers in late spring, adding a vibrant touch to arid landscapes; evoking the, image 49

Cactus

Old Man Prickly Pear

Opuntia Erinacea

FullUSDA 9–10
Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa (Atriplex Nummularia) — With its silvery-grey foliage and rounded growth habit

Shrub

Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa

Atriplex Nummularia

FullUSDA 8–11

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