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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

Rock Purslane (Calandrinia Grandiflora) — bluish-green foliage and produces vivid magenta blossoms; each blossom spans approximately 2 to 3 inches, image 42

Ground cover

Rock Purslane

Calandrinia Grandiflora

FullUSDA 3–10
Rockrose (Cistus 'Mickie') — and it's also deer-resistant; growing up to 3 feet in height and 5 feet wide, its wavy, gray-green foliage is dense and sticky

Perennial

Rockrose

Cistus 'Mickie'

FullUSDA 8–10
Rockrose Decumbens (Cistus X Dansereaui 'Decumbens') — Cistus x dansereaui 'Decumbens' (Rockrose Decumbens) is a low-growing

Shrub

Rockrose Decumbens

Cistus X Dansereaui 'Decumbens'

FullUSDA 8–10
Rocky Mountain Juniper (Juniperus Scopulorum) — This color palette serves to add a calming yet stately tone to any garden design

Conifer

Rocky Mountain Juniper

Juniperus Scopulorum

FullUSDA 4–11
Rocky Mountain Maple (Acer Glabra) — the Rocky Mountain Maple can serve as a specimen plant or be grouped for a natural

Shrub

Rocky Mountain Maple

Acer Glabra

FullUSDA 5–7
Rocky Point Ice Plant (Malephora Lutea) — scientifically known as Malephora lutea

Ground cover

Rocky Point Ice Plant

Malephora Lutea

FullUSDA 8–11
Roemer's Sage (Salvia Roemeriana) — Cedar Sage (Salvia roemeriana) is a vibrant, shade-loving perennial

Perennial

Roemer's Sage

Salvia Roemeriana

FullUSDA 3–8
Rohan European Beech (Fagus Sylvatica 'Rohanii') — The Rohan European Beech (Fagus sylvatica 'Rohanii') is a captivating deciduous tree with a distinctive

Tree

Rohan European Beech

Fagus Sylvatica 'Rohanii'

FullUSDA 4–7
Rooiwortel (Bulbine Latifolia) — These inflorescences rise distinctly above the foliage; succulent for full or half or shade

Succulent

Rooiwortel

Bulbine Latifolia

FullUSDA 8–11
Rosea Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus Leucoxylon 'Rosea') — medium-sized tree reaching up to 30 feet tall

Tree

Rosea Eucalyptus

Eucalyptus Leucoxylon 'Rosea'

FullUSDA 9–11
Rosea Ice Plant (Drosanthemum Floribundum) — The Rosea Ice Plant, Drosanthemum floribundum, is a vibrant perennial groundcover

Ground cover

Rosea Ice Plant

Drosanthemum Floribundum

FullUSDA 9–11
Rose Apple (Syzygium Jambos) — scientifically known as Syzygium jambos; can comfortably fit into a residential landscape without fear of disrupting, image 92

Tree

Rose Apple

Syzygium Jambos

FullUSDA 9–11
Rosea Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Rosea') — presents a captivating choice for any landscape design aimed at adding a touch of exotic elegance

Tree

Rosea Silk Tree

Albizia Julibrissin 'Rosea'

FullUSDA 7–11
Rosea Tree Mallow (Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Rosea') — The Rosea Tree Mallow (Lavatera thuringiaca 'Rosea') is an ornamental shrub

Shrub

Rosea Tree Mallow

Lavatera Thuringiaca 'Rosea'

FullUSDA 6–9
Rosea Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Rosea') — This foliage is aromatic when crushed

Perennial

Rosea Yarrow

Achillea Millefolium 'Rosea'

FullUSDA 3–10
Rose Bonica (Rosa Bonica 'Meidomonac') — This floribunda class rose cultivar has garnered widespread acclaim

Shrub

Rose Bonica

Rosa Bonica 'Meidomonac'

FullUSDA 4–10
Rose Campion (Lychnis Coronaria) — perennial with red blooms; such as Echinacea or Salvia, image 154

Perennial

Rose Campion

Lychnis Coronaria

FullUSDA 4–10
Rose Geranium (Pelargonium Graveolens) — ground cover / herb for full or half; where the fragrance can be enjoyed, image 88

Ground cover

Rose Geranium

Pelargonium Graveolens

FullUSDA 9–10
Rose Mallee (Eucalyptus Rhodantha) — rose-like flowers and silvery-blue foliage

Shrub

Rose Mallee

Eucalyptus Rhodantha

FullUSDA 8–8
Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis) — blue flowers in the garden; thriving in full sun, it reaches heights of 3-5 feet with a spread of 2-4 feet, image 78

Herb

Rosemary

Rosmarinus Officinalis

FullUSDA 7–9
Rosemary Grevillea (Grevillea Rosmarinifolia) — In addition to its visual appeal

Shrub

Rosemary Grevillea

Grevillea Rosmarinifolia

FullUSDA 8–10
Rose Meadow Salvia (Salvia Nemorosa 'Rose Marvel') — commonly referred to as Rose Meadow Salvia

Perennial

Rose Meadow Salvia

Salvia Nemorosa 'Rose Marvel'

FullUSDA 4–9
Rose Muhly (Muhlenbergia Reverchonii) — Esteemed for its feathery pink to rose-red inflorescences that bloom in late summer to fall

Grass

Rose Muhly

Muhlenbergia Reverchonii

FullUSDA 5–10
Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus syriacus) — Proven Winners - Sugar Tip® - Rose of Sharon - Hibiscus syriacus pink plant details, information and resources

Rose of Sharon

Hibiscus syriacus

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