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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

Sapporo Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Sapporo') — a captivating addition to any landscape design

Shrub

Sapporo Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Sapporo'

FullUSDA 4–7
Saratoga Ginkgo Tree (Ginkgo Biloba 'Saratoga') — The Saratoga Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba 'Saratoga') is a deciduous conifer with unique

Tree

Saratoga Ginkgo Tree

Ginkgo Biloba 'Saratoga'

FullUSDA 4–11
Sargent Cherry (Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris') — <br><br>This ornamental cherry variety is highly prized for its rich; pink blossoms that envelop the branches

Tree

Sargent Cherry

Prunus Sargentii 'Columnaris'

FullUSDA 4–8
Sargent's Weeping Hemlock (Tsuga Canadensis 'Pendula') — This hemlock variety boasts a distinctive pendulous habit

Conifer

Sargent's Weeping Hemlock

Tsuga Canadensis 'Pendula'

FullUSDA 3–4
Sargent Viburnum (Viburnum Sargentii) — It's loved for its creamy-white spring blooms, red fruit maturing to black, and fiery red fall foliage; making it an

Shrub

Sargent Viburnum

Viburnum Sargentii

FullUSDA 3–8
Sasanqua Camellia (Camellia Sasanqua) — preferring well-draining acidic soil with partial shade to full sun exposure; you invite a blend of classic, image 93

Sasanqua Camellia

Camellia Sasanqua

FullUSDA 8–8
Saskatoon Serviceberry (Amelanchier Alnifolia) — each typically measuring 1 to 2 inches in diameter; providing extended seasonal interest.<br><br>Furthermore

Shrub

Saskatoon Serviceberry

Amelanchier Alnifolia

FullUSDA 3–11
Sassafras (Sassafras Albidum) — acidic soils.<br><br>One of the Sassafras's most notable characteristics is its tri-lobed; it can reach heights up, image 67

Shrub

Sassafras

Sassafras Albidum

FullUSDA 8–11
Satsuma Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata 'Satsuma') — known botanically as Citrus reticulata 'Satsuma'

Tree

Satsuma Mandarin Orange

Citrus Reticulata 'Satsuma'

FullUSDA 9–11
Saturn™ Sunflower (Helianthus) — is a bushy annual sunflower with yellow-edged petals and warm bronze-brown centers on lush green foliage

Saturn™ Sunflower

Helianthus

Full
Saucer Magnolia, Tulip Tree (Magnolia X Soulangeana) — best done after flowering to avoid cutting off next year's buds; additionally, sheltering, image 87

Tree

Saucer Magnolia, Tulip Tree

Magnolia X Soulangeana

FullUSDA 6–10
Saucy Seduction Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Saucy Seduction') — This hardy plant reaches 18-24 inches in height and spreads up to 24 inches, thriving in full

Ground cover

Saucy Seduction Yarrow

Achillea Millefolium 'Saucy Seduction'

FullUSDA 4–8
Sawara Cypress (Chamaecyparis Pisifera) — emphasize that the Sawara Cypress is a low-maintenance choice

Conifer

Sawara Cypress

Chamaecyparis Pisifera

FullUSDA 4–8
Sawleaf Zelkova (Zelkova Serrata) — providing year-round interest

Tree

Sawleaf Zelkova

Zelkova Serrata

FullUSDA 5–10
Saw Palmetto (Serenoa Repens 'Silver Form') — commonly referred to as the Silver Saw Palmetto; perfect for xeriscaping, it thrives in well-draining soils and

Palm

Saw Palmetto

Serenoa Repens 'Silver Form'

FullUSDA 9–10
Sawsepal Penstemon (Penstemon Glaber) — it attracts pollinators like bees and hummingbirds

Perennial

Sawsepal Penstemon

Penstemon Glaber

FullUSDA 3–8
Sawtooth Goldenbush (Hazardia squarrosa) — Native to California‚Äôs chaparral, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils

Shrub

Sawtooth Goldenbush

Hazardia squarrosa

FullUSDA 3–8
Sawtooth Oak (Quercus Acutissima) — guaranteeing the Sawtooth Oak's establishment and longevity in their garden; beginning when the tree is about 15 years old

Tree

Sawtooth Oak

Quercus Acutissima

FullUSDA 7–10
Say Grace™ Prayer Plant (Maranta hybrid) — The Maranta hybrid is a tropical houseplant with smooth

Say Grace™ Prayer Plant

Maranta hybrid

Full
Scabiosa (Scabiosa Caucasica) — and division every 3-4 years will maintain their vigor; they are not only deer-resistant but also attract a host of, image 92

Perennial

Scabiosa

Scabiosa Caucasica

FullUSDA 2–10
Scarlet Bettony, Scarlet Hedge-Nett (Stachys Coccinea) — is a vibrant perennial prized for its upright spikes of vivid red tubular flowers

Perennial

Scarlet Bettony, Scarlet Hedge-Nett

Stachys Coccinea

FullUSDA 6–9
Scarlet Bugler (Penstemon Barbatus) — the Scarlet Bugler thrives in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9

Perennial

Scarlet Bugler

Penstemon Barbatus

FullUSDA 4–11
Scarlet-Bugler (Penstemon Centranthifolius) — It stands 2-4 feet tall and thrives in full sun with well-drained soils

Perennial

Scarlet-Bugler

Penstemon Centranthifolius

FullUSDA 5–10
Scarlet Elderberry (Sambucus Pubens) — Drought-tolerant once established, it requires moderate maintenance

Shrub

Scarlet Elderberry

Sambucus Pubens

FullUSDA 4–6

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