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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

St. Augustine Grass (Lawn) (Stenotaphrum Secundatum) — depending on climate conditions - being particularly vital through the hot summer months

Grass

St. Augustine Grass (Lawn)

Stenotaphrum Secundatum

FullUSDA 7–11
St. Catherine's Lace (Eriogonum Giganteum) — With its impressive size and showy blooms

Shrub

St. Catherine's Lace

Eriogonum Giganteum

FullUSDA 8–10
St. Dabeoc's Heath (Daboecia Cantabrica) — in regions with particularly hot summers

Broadleaf Evergreen

St. Dabeoc's Heath

Daboecia Cantabrica

FullUSDA 1–6
Steeds Upright Holly (Ilex Crenata 'Steeds') — is an evergreen shrub with a naturally pyramidal form reaching 6-8 feet in height and 3-4 feet in width

Tree

Steeds Upright Holly

Ilex Crenata 'Steeds'

FullUSDA 7–11
Steeplebush (Spiraea Tomentosa) — plant this species in areas with a pH range from 5.0 to 7.0

Shrub

Steeplebush

Spiraea Tomentosa

FullUSDA 3–8
Stella De Oro Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Stella De Oro') — scientifically referred to as Hemerocallis 'Stella de Oro'

Perennial

Stella De Oro Daylily

Hemerocallis 'Stella De Oro'

FullUSDA 3–11
Stella De Oro Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Stella De Oro') — This cultivar features a profusion of trumpet-shaped

Perennial

Stella De Oro Daylily

Hemerocallis 'Stella De Oro'

FullUSDA 3–11
Stella Supreme Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Stella Supreme') — These daylilies feature a profusion of trumpet-shaped, 3.75-inch-wide flowers with a pleasing fragrance

Perennial

Stella Supreme Daylily

Hemerocallis 'Stella Supreme'

FullUSDA 5–11
Sterile European Cranberry Bush (Viburnum Opulus 'Sterile') — is a deciduous shrub reaching 8-12 ft in height with equal spread

Shrub

Sterile European Cranberry Bush

Viburnum Opulus 'Sterile'

FullUSDA 4–9
Stern Hellebore (Helleborus X Sternii) — The Helleborus x sternii, known as Stern Hellebore, is an evergreen perennial that thrives in partial shade

Perennial

Stern Hellebore

Helleborus X Sternii

FullUSDA 4–9
Sticky Jerusalem Sage (Phlomis russeliana) — commonly known as Sticky Jerusalem Sage

Perennial

Sticky Jerusalem Sage

Phlomis russeliana

FullUSDA 4–10
Sticky Monkey Flower (Mimulus Aurantiacus) — Thriving in USDA zones 7-10, this evergreen perennial prefers well-drained soils and full to partial sun

Perennial

Sticky Monkey Flower

Mimulus Aurantiacus

FullUSDA 9–10
Stiff Aster (Ionactis linariifolius) — it's an excellent source of fall color and attracts butterflies

Perennial

Stiff Aster

Ionactis linariifolius

FullUSDA 4–9
Stingray Star™ Corn Plant (Dracaena sp.) — Stingray Star™ Corn Plant, or Dracaena sp

Stingray Star™ Corn Plant

Dracaena sp.

Full
Stinking Iris (Iris Foetidissima) — earns its name from the unpleasant scent released when its leaves are crushed

Perennial

Stinking Iris

Iris Foetidissima

FullUSDA 6–9
St. John's Wort (Hypericum 'Hidcote') — is a versatile and robust semi-evergreen shrub that adds a splash of vibrant color to any landscape; pruning should be

Shrub

St. John's Wort

Hypericum 'Hidcote'

FullUSDA 7–11
Stonecrop (Sedum Confusum) — scientifically known as Sedum confusum

Ground cover

Stonecrop

Sedum Confusum

FullUSDA 4–10
Stonecrop (Sedum Brevifolium) — Stonecrop 'Sedum brevifolium' is a hardy succulent valued for its drought resistance and ease of care

Ground cover

Stonecrop

Sedum Brevifolium

FullUSDA 5–10
Strawberry (Fragaria X Ananassa) — To ensure optimum productivity and size; offering a prolonged season of interest and yield.<br><br>Strawberries demand

Ground cover

Strawberry

Fragaria X Ananassa

FullUSDA 3–8
Strawberry Foxglove (Digitalis X Mertonensis) — Preferring partial shade and moist

Perennial

Strawberry Foxglove

Digitalis X Mertonensis

FullUSDA 3–9
Strawberry Guava (Psidium Cattleianum) — Prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade

Shrub

Strawberry Guava

Psidium Cattleianum

FullUSDA 10–10
Strawberry Hedgehog (Echinocereus Engelmannii) — Its cylindrical stem is densely adorned with spines

Cactus

Strawberry Hedgehog

Echinocereus Engelmannii

FullUSDA 8–10
Strawberry Snowball Tree (Dombeya Cacuminum) — the tree adds vibrant color and a sweet fragrance to landscapes

Tree

Strawberry Snowball Tree

Dombeya Cacuminum

FullUSDA 9–10
Strawberry Tree (Arbutus Unedo) — which interestingly coexist with the previous year's fruits - round; shrub / tree for full or half, image 57

Shrub

Strawberry Tree

Arbutus Unedo

FullUSDA 8–11

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