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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

Chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia Elata) — Optimal sun exposure ranges from full sun to partial shade

Perennial

Chinese Foxglove

Rehmannia Elata

FullUSDA 8–10
Chinese Fringe Tree (Chionanthus Retusus) — tree for full or half

Tree

Chinese Fringe Tree

Chionanthus Retusus

FullUSDA 5–10
Chinese Globeflower (Trollius Chinensis) — especially in dryer periods

Perennial

Chinese Globeflower

Trollius Chinensis

FullUSDA 3–9
Chinese Hackberry (Celtis Sinensis) — inconspicuous flowers emerge

Tree

Chinese Hackberry

Celtis Sinensis

FullUSDA 6–10
Chinese Holly (Ilex Cornuta) — white flowers in the garden

Shrub

Chinese Holly

Ilex Cornuta

FullUSDA 7–10
Chinese Lilac (Syringa X Chinensis) — This cold-hardy, sun-loving plant prefers well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil; fertile soil with a pH that is slightly

Shrub

Chinese Lilac

Syringa X Chinensis

FullUSDA 4–7
Chinese Peony (Paeonia Lactiflora) — pink and red and white flowers in the garden

Perennial

Chinese Peony

Paeonia Lactiflora

FullUSDA 3–10
Chinese Photinia (Photinia Serratifolia) — Its lustrous leaves boast a leathery texture and serrated margins

Broadleaf Evergreen

Chinese Photinia

Photinia Serratifolia

FullUSDA 7–11
Chinese Photinia (Photinia Davidiana) — Originating from the vast regions of China and extending into the Himalayas

Broadleaf Evergreen

Chinese Photinia

Photinia Davidiana

FullUSDA 7–9
Chinese Pistache (Pistacia Chinensis) — It is drought-tolerant once established; pinnate leaves are deep green through spring and summer

Tree

Chinese Pistache

Pistacia Chinensis

FullUSDA 7–10
Chinese Pittosporum (Pittosporum Heterophyllum) — evergreen shrub reaching 6-10 feet in height with a similar spread; the leaves are unique in their variation

Broadleaf Evergreen

Chinese Pittosporum

Pittosporum Heterophyllum

FullUSDA 7–10
Chinese Redbud (Cercis Chinensis) — Before the heart-shaped leaves unfurl

Shrub

Chinese Redbud

Cercis Chinensis

FullUSDA 6–9
Chinese Sand Pear (Pyrus Pyrifolia 'Shinseiki') — The Pyrus pyrifolia 'Shinseiki' is a deciduous fruit tree, typically reaching 10-20 ft with an equal spread

Tree

Chinese Sand Pear

Pyrus Pyrifolia 'Shinseiki'

FullUSDA 4–8
Chinese Sedum (Sedum Tetractinum) — <br><br>When explaining to clients

Ground cover

Chinese Sedum

Sedum Tetractinum

FullUSDA 4–8
Chinese Sweet Gum (Liquidambar Formosana) — offering a commanding presence.<br><br>Foliage is a key feature; it can reach up to 80 feet tall and, image 64

Tree

Chinese Sweet Gum

Liquidambar Formosana

FullUSDA 7–9
Chinese Tallow Tree (Triadica Sebifera) — The Chinese Tallow Tree (Triadica sebifera) is a fast-growing, deciduous tree reaching up to 40 feet tall; white-waxy

Tree

Chinese Tallow Tree

Triadica Sebifera

FullUSDA 9–10
Chinese Trumpet Vine (Campsis X Tangliabuana) — The Chinese Trumpet Vine (Campsis x tagliabuana) is a vigorous climber

Vine

Chinese Trumpet Vine

Campsis X Tangliabuana

FullUSDA 4–10
Chinese Wisteria (Wisteria Sinensis) — It requires sturdy support and regular pruning to maintain shape and size

Vine

Chinese Wisteria

Wisteria Sinensis

FullUSDA 5–10
Chinese Witch Hazel (Hamamelis Mollis) — Prefers well-drained, loamy soil and full sun to partial shade

Shrub

Chinese Witch Hazel

Hamamelis Mollis

FullUSDA 5–8
Chinese Witch Hazel (Hamamelis Mollis 'Pallida') — Celebrated for its fragrant

Shrub

Chinese Witch Hazel

Hamamelis Mollis 'Pallida'

FullUSDA 5–8
Chinquapin Oak (Quercus Muehlenbergii) — limestone-rich soils but is adaptable to drier conditions

Tree

Chinquapin Oak

Quercus Muehlenbergii

FullUSDA 4–7
Chionoides Rhododendron (Rhododendron 'Chionoides') — a splendid selection for accentuating a landscape design

Shrub

Chionoides Rhododendron

Rhododendron 'Chionoides'

FullUSDA 4–7
Chitalpa (Chitalpa X Tashkentensis) — deciduous tree reaching heights of 20‚Äì30 ft

Tree

Chitalpa

Chitalpa X Tashkentensis

FullUSDA 9–10
Chives (Allium Schoenoprasum) — Clusters of tube-shaped foliage reach up to 12-18 inches in height, offering a fresh green hue to any garden

Bulb

Chives

Allium Schoenoprasum

FullUSDA 4–11

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