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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

Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — Indigenous to South Africa, it reaches heights of 30-40 feet with branches spanning 1-1.5 feet in diameter, image 99

Succulent

Candelabra Tree

Euphorbia Ingens

FullUSDA 9–10
Candelilla, Wax Plant (Euphorbia Antisyphilitica) — as it does not tolerate wet feet

Perennial

Candelilla, Wax Plant

Euphorbia Antisyphilitica

FullUSDA 8–11
Candleholder Dudleya (Dudleya Candelabrum) — <br><br>One distinctive feature of the Candleholder Dudleya is its striking flower stalks

Succulent

Candleholder Dudleya

Dudleya Candelabrum

FullUSDA 10–10
Candle Larkspur (Delphinium Elatum) — Candle Larkspur is best suited for USDA Hardiness Zones 3 through 7

Perennial

Candle Larkspur

Delphinium Elatum

FullUSDA 3–7
Candy Cane Morning Glory (Calystegia 'Candy Cane') — swirling white and pink like its namesake

Vine

Candy Cane Morning Glory

Calystegia 'Candy Cane'

FullUSDA 9–10
Candy Corn Plant (Cuphea Micropetala) — reminiscent of the festive kernels; thus contributing to the ecological health of the garden.<br><br>To ensure optimal

Shrub

Candy Corn Plant

Cuphea Micropetala

FullUSDA 9–10
'Candy Floss' Pink Muhly Grass (Muhlenbergia capillaris) — information and resources

'Candy Floss' Pink Muhly Grass

Muhlenbergia capillaris

Full
Candy Stripe Moss Phlox (Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe') — multi-colored and pink and white flowers in the garden

Perennial

Candy Stripe Moss Phlox

Phlox Subulata 'Candy Stripe'

FullUSDA 3–10
Cane's Bottlebrush (Callistemon 'Cane's Hybrid') — Thriving in USDA zones 9-11, it reaches 8-10 feet in height and spreads 6-8 feet

Shrub

Cane's Bottlebrush

Callistemon 'Cane's Hybrid'

FullUSDA 8–11
Canna (Canna X Generalis) — the Canna produces blossoms in a palette of red; red flowers in the garden, image 145

Perennial

Canna

Canna X Generalis

FullUSDA 7–11
Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer (Campanula Medium) — annual / biennial for full or half; adding life and movement to your client's serene retreat

Annual

Canterbury Bells, Cup-And-Saucer

Campanula Medium

FullUSDA 3–10
Canyon Live-Forever. (Dudleya Cymosa) — Excelling in well-drained soils, it requires minimal water, making it ideal for drought-tolerant gardens, image 88

Succulent

Canyon Live-Forever.

Dudleya Cymosa

FullUSDA 9–10
Canyon Sunflower (Venegasia Carpesioides) — scientifically named Venegasia carpesioides

Shrub

Canyon Sunflower

Venegasia Carpesioides

FullUSDA 8–10
Cape Blanco Sedum (Sedum Spathulifolium 'Cape Blanco') — The Cape Blanco Sedum (Sedum spathulifolium 'Cape Blanco') is an eye-catching

Ground cover

Cape Blanco Sedum

Sedum Spathulifolium 'Cape Blanco'

FullUSDA 5–10
Cape Chestnut (Calodendrum Capense) — with a canopy spread of 30 ft; adding a dynamic aspect to the garden, image 63

Tree

Cape Chestnut

Calodendrum Capense

FullUSDA 9–11
Cape Fuchsia (Phygelius Capensis) — Requires well-draining soil and moderate watering

Perennial

Cape Fuchsia

Phygelius Capensis

FullUSDA 7–10
Cape Fuchsia, Cape Figwort (Phygelius 'Salmon Leap') — commonly known as Cape Fuchsia or Cape Figwort

Perennial

Cape Fuchsia, Cape Figwort

Phygelius 'Salmon Leap'

FullUSDA 7–10
Cape Honeysuckle (Tecoma Capensis 'Aurea') — is an attractive addition to any garden

Shrub

Cape Honeysuckle

Tecoma Capensis 'Aurea'

FullUSDA 9–11
Cape Honeysuckle (Tecoma Capensis) — Hardy in USDA zones 9-11, it can be pruned to maintain shape; cape Honeysuckle (Tecoma capensis) is a vibrant, image 52

Ground cover

Cape Honeysuckle

Tecoma Capensis

FullUSDA 9–10
Cape Plumbago (Plumbago Auriculata) — Though it tolerates a variety of soil conditions; it showcases sky-blue flowers nearly year-round in warm, image 59

Shrub

Cape Plumbago

Plumbago Auriculata

FullUSDA 9–10
Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — Known for its adaptability; keep in mind that in some regions, image 66

Ground cover

Cape Weed

Arctotheca Calendula

FullUSDA 8–10
Cara Cara Navel Orange (Citrus Sinensis 'Cara Cara') — Regular watering and annual pruning promote fruit production and tree health

Tree

Cara Cara Navel Orange

Citrus Sinensis 'Cara Cara'

FullUSDA 8–10
Caradonna Blue Sage (Salvia Nemorosa 'Caradonna') — Regular deadheading can promote a second bloom in late summer or early fall

Perennial

Caradonna Blue Sage

Salvia Nemorosa 'Caradonna'

FullUSDA 3–8
Caraway-Scented Thyme (Thymus Herba-Barona) — low-growing perennial ideal for xeriscaping and herb gardens

Ground cover

Caraway-Scented Thyme

Thymus Herba-Barona

FullUSDA 5–9

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