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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

Bigleaf Magnolia (Magnolia Macrophylla) — Native to the southeastern United States; reaching an impressive 20 to 30 inches in length and up to 12, image 81

Shrub

Bigleaf Magnolia

Magnolia Macrophylla

FullUSDA 5–9
Bigleaf Maple (Acer Macrophyllum) — the Bigleaf Maple is lauded for its capacity to sustain a variety of wildlife; this arboreal giant serves as a, image 74

Tree

Bigleaf Maple

Acer Macrophyllum

FullUSDA 3–10
Big Nellie Hakea (Hakea Archaeoides) — red clusters of flowers in winter and spring

Shrub

Big Nellie Hakea

Hakea Archaeoides

FullUSDA 9–11
Big Red Kangaroo Paws (Anigozanthos 'Big Red') — This evergreen perennial showcases its tubular blooms from spring through summer

Perennial

Big Red Kangaroo Paws

Anigozanthos 'Big Red'

FullUSDA 8–10
'Big Sky' Perennial Salvia (Salvia hybrid) — This Proven Winners® selection grows 28-32 inches tall and wide

'Big Sky' Perennial Salvia

Salvia hybrid

Full
Bigtooth Maple (Acer Grandidentatum) — making it suited to a variety of temperate climates.<br><br>A moderate grower

Tree

Bigtooth Maple

Acer Grandidentatum

FullUSDA 3–10
Billy Buttons (Craspedia Globosa) — commonly known as Drumstick or Billy Buttons

Perennial

Billy Buttons

Craspedia Globosa

FullUSDA 8–10
Biokovo Geranium (Geranium X Cantabrigiense 'Biokovo') — is a perennial groundcover featuring fragrant

Ground cover

Biokovo Geranium

Geranium X Cantabrigiense 'Biokovo'

FullUSDA 9–10
Birch Hybrid Bellflower (Campanula 'Birch Hybrid') — The Birch Hybrid Bellflower, Campanula 'Birch Hybrid', is a perennial thriving in zones 4-8

Ground cover

Birch Hybrid Bellflower

Campanula 'Birch Hybrid'

FullUSDA 4–8
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — considering its eventual spread; consistent moisture will promote lush foliage and more vibrant blooms

Shrub

Bird Of Paradise

Strelitzia Reginae

FullUSDA 9–10
Bird's Nest Sansevieria (Sansevieria Trifasciata 'Hahnii') — it thrives in partial to full shade and requires minimal water; is a robust and compact succulent

Perennial

Bird's Nest Sansevieria

Sansevieria Trifasciata 'Hahnii'

FullUSDA 8–10
Bishops Cranesbill (Erodium Reichardii 'Bishop's Form') — Erodium reichardii 'Bishop's Form' is a charming dwarf perennial

Perennial

Bishops Cranesbill

Erodium Reichardii 'Bishop's Form'

FullUSDA 9–10
Bishop's Weed (Aegopodium Podagraria) — it thrives under a range of light conditions

Ground cover

Bishop's Weed

Aegopodium Podagraria

FullUSDA 2–8
Bishop's Wort (Stachys Officinalis) — deep green color with leaves that are gently serrated; is a perennial herb valued for its spikes of vibrant, image 76

Perennial

Bishop's Wort

Stachys Officinalis

FullUSDA 6–9
Bismarck Palm (Bismarckia Nobilis) — is a stunning statement piece with its silver-blue fronds; it thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, image 85

Palm

Bismarck Palm

Bismarckia Nobilis

FullUSDA 9–10
Bistort, Pink Bistort (Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba') — This herbaceous perennial reaches 2-3 feet in height and width, thriving in zones 4-9

Perennial

Bistort, Pink Bistort

Persicaria Bistorta 'Superba'

FullUSDA 3–7
Bitsy Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Bitsy') — The Bitsy Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Bitsy') is a petite perennial

Perennial

Bitsy Daylily

Hemerocallis 'Bitsy'

FullUSDA 4–10
Bitter Aloe, Red Aloe (Aloe Ferox) — Additionally, its architectural form can be employed as a focal point or used for dramatic group plantings, image 69

Succulent

Bitter Aloe, Red Aloe

Aloe Ferox

FullUSDA 9–9
Bitterbush (Purshia Mexicana) — Its deep roots enhance drought tolerance, making it an excellent choice for water-efficient landscapes; adapted to, image 48

Shrub

Bitterbush

Purshia Mexicana

FullUSDA 4–10
Bitter Cherry (Prunus Emarginata) — as it generally reaches between 15 to 30 feet in height with a spread of up to 20 feet at maturity

Tree

Bitter Cherry

Prunus Emarginata

FullUSDA 8–10
Bitter Condalia Or B. Snakewood (Condalia Globosa) — reaching up to 12-15 feet high and wide

Shrub

Bitter Condalia Or B. Snakewood

Condalia Globosa

FullUSDA 8–11
Bitternut Hickory (Carya Cordiformis) — this tree thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist

Tree

Bitternut Hickory

Carya Cordiformis

FullUSDA 5–10
Bitter Orange (Citrus Aurantium) — It grows 8-15 feet tall with a similar spread

Tree

Bitter Orange

Citrus Aurantium

FullUSDA 9–10
Black Adder Giant Hyssop (Agastache X 'Black Adder') — commonly known as Black Adder Giant Hyssop

Perennial

Black Adder Giant Hyssop

Agastache X 'Black Adder'

FullUSDA 5–9

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