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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

Bowles Mauve Wallflower (Erysimum 'Bowles Mauve') — It's important to provide occasional watering during extended dry periods

Perennial

Bowles Mauve Wallflower

Erysimum 'Bowles Mauve'

FullUSDA 6–10
Box Elder (Acer Negundo) — stands as a deciduous tree offering a dynamic presence in any garden or landscape design; acer negundo, or Box Elder, is, image 86

Tree

Box Elder

Acer Negundo

FullUSDA 2–10
Box Honeysuckle (Lonicera Nitida) — scientifically known as Lonicera nitida; yet elegant and structured addition to their garden

Broadleaf Evergreen

Box Honeysuckle

Lonicera Nitida

FullUSDA 7–9
Boxleaf Euonymus (Euonymus Japonicus 'Microphyllus') — it's important to monitor for pests such as scale insects

Shrub

Boxleaf Euonymus

Euonymus Japonicus 'Microphyllus'

FullUSDA 8–10
Boxleaf Hebe (Hebe odora) — Moderate drought tolerance once established

Shrub

Boxleaf Hebe

Hebe odora

FullUSDA 9–10
Box-Leafted Azara (Azara Microphylla) — Noteworthy for its vanilla-scented

Shrub

Box-Leafted Azara

Azara Microphylla

FullUSDA 8–10
Bracelet Honey-Myrtle (Melaleuca Armillaris) — It is tolerant of a variety of soil types, though it prefers well-drained conditions

Shrub

Bracelet Honey-Myrtle

Melaleuca Armillaris

FullUSDA 9–10
Bradford Callery Pear (Pyrus Calleryana 'Bradford') — is a popular ornamental tree that stands out with its profuse spring blossoms and glossy green leaves

Tree

Bradford Callery Pear

Pyrus Calleryana 'Bradford'

FullUSDA 4–10
Braeburn Apple (Malus Pumila 'Braeburn') — The Braeburn Apple (Malus pumila 'Braeburn') is a deciduous tree

Tree

Braeburn Apple

Malus Pumila 'Braeburn'

FullUSDA 5–8
Brandegee's Sage (Salvia Brandegeei) — Brandegee's Sage (Salvia brandegeei) is a robust

Shrub

Brandegee's Sage

Salvia Brandegeei

FullUSDA 7–10
Brandy Hybrid Tea Rose (Rosa 'Brandy') — Each flower, typically 5-6 inches across, sits atop stately stems perfect for cutting

Shrub

Brandy Hybrid Tea Rose

Rosa 'Brandy'

FullUSDA 5–9
Brandywine Viburnum (Viburnum Nudum 'Brandywine') — Spring blooms give way to berries transitioning from green to vivid pink and blue

Shrub

Brandywine Viburnum

Viburnum Nudum 'Brandywine'

FullUSDA 5–9
Brasil Cactus (Opuntia Brasiliensis) — Vivid yellow blooms appear in late spring to summer, followed by edible, purple fruits; with individual, image 74

Cactus

Brasil Cactus

Opuntia Brasiliensis

FullUSDA 9–10
Brass Buttons (Leptinella Squalida) — fern-like foliage and petite

Ground cover

Brass Buttons

Leptinella Squalida

FullUSDA 4–9
Bravado Coneflower (Echinacea 'Bravado') — radiant rosy-pink blooms with a prominent

Perennial

Bravado Coneflower

Echinacea 'Bravado'

FullUSDA 3–9
Brazilian Butterfly Tree (Bauhinia forficata) — ranging in size from 4 to 6 inches across.<br><br>In late winter to early spring

Tree

Brazilian Butterfly Tree

Bauhinia forficata

FullUSDA 10–10
Brazilian Fern Tree (Schizolobium Parahyba) — Native to Brazil and parts of Central America

Tree

Brazilian Fern Tree

Schizolobium Parahyba

FullUSDA 8–11
Brazilian Pepper Tree (Schinus Terebinthifolius) — Prefers full sun and adaptable to various soils; always consult local guidelines before incorporating this

Tree

Brazilian Pepper Tree

Schinus Terebinthifolius

FullUSDA 8–10
Breakers Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Breakers') — The 'Breakers' Bearded Iris is a captivating perennial with ruffled, sky-blue petals and plush beards

Perennial

Breakers Bearded Iris

Iris germanica 'Breakers'

FullUSDA 3–9
Breaking News™ Nerve Plant (Fittonia albivenis) — The Fittonia albivenis is a compact Proven Winners® houseplant with dark green

Breaking News™ Nerve Plant

Fittonia albivenis

Full
Brewer Saltbush (Atriplex Lentiformis Breweri) — thriving in coastal and inland regions

Shrub

Brewer Saltbush

Atriplex Lentiformis Breweri

FullUSDA 8–8
Brickellbush. (Brickellia Californica) — consider placing Brickellbush in an area that receives full to partial sun

Shrub

Brickellbush.

Brickellia Californica

FullUSDA 9–10
Bridal Bouquet Frangipani (Plumeria Acuminata 'Bridal Bouquet') — Plumeria acuminata 'Bridal Bouquet' is a captivating tropical shrub

Shrub

Bridal Bouquet Frangipani

Plumeria Acuminata 'Bridal Bouquet'

FullUSDA 10–10
Bridal Crown Daffodil (Narcissus 'Bridal Crown') — The Narcissus 'Bridal Crown' dazzles with clusters of creamy white blooms that exude a captivating fragrance

Bulb

Bridal Crown Daffodil

Narcissus 'Bridal Crown'

FullUSDA 3–10

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