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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

Burkwood Viburnum (Viburnum X Burkwoodii) — shrub with white blooms

Shrub

Burkwood Viburnum

Viburnum X Burkwoodii

FullUSDA 5–10
Burr Oak (Quercus Macrocarpa) — they provide food for a range of wildlife; lobed outline that turns a resplendent gold come fall.<br><br>Another, image 64

Tree

Burr Oak

Quercus Macrocarpa

FullUSDA 7–7
Burrobush (Ambrosia Dumosa) — is a perennial shrub native to the arid deserts of the Southwest United States; commonly referred to as the Burrobush

Shrub

Burrobush

Ambrosia Dumosa

FullUSDA 9–11
Bush Beardtongue (Keckiella Brevifolia) — commonly known as Bush Beardtongue

Perennial

Bush Beardtongue

Keckiella Brevifolia

FullUSDA 10–11
Bush Chinkapin (Chrysolepis Sempervirens) — and need moderate moisture

Tree

Bush Chinkapin

Chrysolepis Sempervirens

FullUSDA 5–7
Bush Germander (Teucrium Fruticans) — making it suitable for water-wise landscaping; perfect for Mediterranean or drought-tolerant gardens

Herb

Bush Germander

Teucrium Fruticans

FullUSDA 8–10
Bush Morning Glory (Convolvulus Cneorum) — making it an ideal choice for water-wise gardens or arid climates; ground cover / perennial / shrub for, image 89

Ground cover

Bush Morning Glory

Convolvulus Cneorum

FullUSDA 9–11
Bush Or Dome Euphorbia (Euphorbia Characias) — as this euphorbia is drought-tolerant and prefers drier conditions once established; perennial for full

Perennial

Bush Or Dome Euphorbia

Euphorbia Characias

FullUSDA 7–10
Bush Poppy (Dendromecon Rigida) — making it an ideal choice for water-conserving landscapes

Shrub

Bush Poppy

Dendromecon Rigida

FullUSDA 6–10
Bush Strawflower (Bracteantha Bracteata) — is a vibrant and versatile perennial that brings a unique textural quality to any garden

Perennial

Bush Strawflower

Bracteantha Bracteata

FullUSDA 8–11
Bush Sunflower (Encelia Californica 'Paleo Yellow') — commonly known as the Bush Sunflower

Shrub

Bush Sunflower

Encelia Californica 'Paleo Yellow'

FullUSDA 9–10
Bushy Yate, Leymann's Gum (Eucalyptus Conferruminata) — Its drought-tolerance and adaptability to various soil types make it an ideal

Tree

Bushy Yate, Leymann's Gum

Eucalyptus Conferruminata

FullUSDA 9–11
Butterbur (Petasites Japanicus 'Giganteus') — The plant's spread is equally substantial; green and yellow flowers in the garden, image 93

Aquatic

Butterbur

Petasites Japanicus 'Giganteus'

FullUSDA 7–9
Buttercup Winterhazel (Corylopsis Pauciflora) — is a captivating addition to any temperate landscape

Shrub

Buttercup Winterhazel

Corylopsis Pauciflora

FullUSDA 6–8
Butterfly Blue (Scabiosa Anthemifolia) — The flowers perch atop slender stems; or in containers where its delicate blossoms can be admired up close

Ground cover

Butterfly Blue

Scabiosa Anthemifolia

FullUSDA 5–10
Butterfly Bush (Buddleia Davidii) — each cluster measuring between 4 and 10 inches in length; is an eye-catching deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub, image 130

Shrub

Butterfly Bush

Buddleia Davidii

FullUSDA 5–10
Butterfly Bush (Buddleia 'Inspired Violet') — is a deciduous shrub revered for its vibrant violet blooms that attract butterflies and hummingbirds

Shrub

Butterfly Bush

Buddleia 'Inspired Violet'

FullUSDA 5–10
Butterfly Pea Shrub (Polygala Fru. 'Petite Butterfly') — presents vibrant magenta-purple flowers resembling butterfly wings

Shrub

Butterfly Pea Shrub

Polygala Fru. 'Petite Butterfly'

FullUSDA 9–11
Butterfly Rose (Rosa 'Mutabilis') — Fresh blossoms start as a soft apricot-yellow; with its enchanting blossoms and graceful form, image 46

Shrub

Butterfly Rose

Rosa 'Mutabilis'

FullUSDA 7–10
Butterfly Weed (Asclepias Tuberosa) — Butterfly Weed (Asclepias tuberosa) is a vibrant perennial native to the US

Perennial

Butterfly Weed

Asclepias Tuberosa

FullUSDA 3–9
Butternut (Juglans Cineria) — providing seasonal interest.<br><br>Spring brings forth inconspicuous yellow-green catkins

Tree

Butternut

Juglans Cineria

FullUSDA 3–7
Buttonbush (Cephalanthus Occidentalis) — shrub for full or half; and allow it room to spread for all to enjoy its year-round beauty and ecological contributions

Shrub

Buttonbush

Cephalanthus Occidentalis

FullUSDA 3–9
Cabbage Palm (Sabal Palmetto) — When planning the garden layout; hardy in USDA Zones 8 through 11, it thrives under full sunlight but can withstand partial

Palm

Cabbage Palm

Sabal Palmetto

FullUSDA 8–10
Caerulea Group Wild Hyacinth (Camassia Leichtlinii 'Caerulea') — scientifically named Camassia leichtlinii 'Caerulea'

Perennial

Caerulea Group Wild Hyacinth

Camassia Leichtlinii 'Caerulea'

FullUSDA 3–9

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