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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

European Hornbeam (Carpinus Betulus) — tree for full

Tree

European Hornbeam

Carpinus Betulus

FullUSDA 5–7
European Larch (Larix Decidua) — Its needles turn a stunning golden yellow before dropping in fall

Conifer

European Larch

Larix Decidua

FullUSDA 7–10
European Mountain Ash (Sorbus Aucuparia) — tree with white blooms; each approximately 6 inches across, image 79

Tree

European Mountain Ash

Sorbus Aucuparia

FullUSDA 6–10
European Red Elder Berry (Sambucus Racemosa) — scientifically known as Sambucus racemosa

Shrub

European Red Elder Berry

Sambucus Racemosa

FullUSDA 3–6
European White Birch (Betula Pendula) — triangular leaves which turn a vibrant yellow hue in the fall before shedding

Tree

European White Birch

Betula Pendula

FullUSDA 3–9
Euryops (Euryops Pectinatus) — dark green foliage and profusion of bright yellow daisy-like flowers

Shrub

Euryops

Euryops Pectinatus

FullUSDA 9–11
Evans Bali Cherry (Prunus Cerasus 'Evans') — Its showy spring blooms yield abundant tart cherries in summer, perfect for pies and preserves

Tree

Evans Bali Cherry

Prunus Cerasus 'Evans'

FullUSDA 3–8
Eva's Pride Peach (Prunus 'Eva's Pride') — is a deciduous fruit tree prized for early-bearing

Tree

Eva's Pride Peach

Prunus 'Eva's Pride'

FullUSDA 5–10
Evening Primrose (Oenothera) — The Oenothera 'Sunglow' is a mounding-trailing annual with deep green

Evening Primrose

Oenothera

Full
Evening Star™ II Calibrachoa — Calibrachoa Evening Star™ II is a trailing annual with abundant purple

Annual

Evening Star™ II Calibrachoa

Calibrachoa

FullUSDA 9–11
Evergreen Ash (Fraxinus Uhdei) — tree for full

Tree

Evergreen Ash

Fraxinus Uhdei

FullUSDA 9–11
Evergreen Candytuft (Iberis Sempervirens) — A member of the Brassicaceae family; it has an average growth rate and is best planted in full sun to ensure a

Annual

Evergreen Candytuft

Iberis Sempervirens

FullUSDA 3–10
Evergreen Clematis (Clematis Armandii) — dense green curtain up to 25 feet high; leathery leaves that can grow up to 6 inches long

Vine

Evergreen Clematis

Clematis Armandii

FullUSDA 8–10
Evergreen Clematis (Clematis Virginiana) — Mature plants can reach 20-30 feet in length and 3-4 feet in width, ideal for trellises or walls; it's, image 49

Vine

Evergreen Clematis

Clematis Virginiana

FullUSDA 8–10
Evergreen Dogwood (Cornus Capitata) — scientifically known as Cornus capitata

Shrub

Evergreen Dogwood

Cornus Capitata

FullUSDA 7–8
Evergreen Pear (Pyrus Kawakamii) — although regular watering enhances its appearance

Tree

Evergreen Pear

Pyrus Kawakamii

FullUSDA 8–10
Evergreen Spurge (Euphorbia Characias 'Portuguese Velvet') — Euphorbia characias 'Portuguese Velvet' is a striking evergreen spurge

Perennial

Evergreen Spurge

Euphorbia Characias 'Portuguese Velvet'

FullUSDA 6–9
Evergreen Veronicas (Hebe Species) — showcasing a spectrum of colors including white; the plants are resilient to coastal conditions

Shrub

Evergreen Veronicas

Hebe Species

FullUSDA 8–10
Evergreen Watsonia, Bugle Lily (Watsonia Pillansii) — is a strikingly ornamental plant ideal for adding vertical interest to any landscape design

Perennial

Evergreen Watsonia, Bugle Lily

Watsonia Pillansii

FullUSDA 9–10
Eve's Needle (Opuntia Subulata) — a fundamental consideration when planning its placement within the design

Succulent

Eve's Needle

Opuntia Subulata

FullUSDA 9–10
Fairy Duster (Calliandra Eriophylla) — are not only visually striking but also serve as a magnet for pollinators such as hummingbirds and, image 36

Shrub

Fairy Duster

Calliandra Eriophylla

FullUSDA 7–11
False Camphor Tree (Cinnamomum Glanduliferum) — Its glossy leaves emit a spicy fragrance when crushed, adding a sensory appeal

Tree

False Camphor Tree

Cinnamomum Glanduliferum

FullUSDA 8–11
False Dittany (Ballota pseudodictamnus) — commonly known as Grecian Horehound

Shrub

False Dittany

Ballota pseudodictamnus

FullUSDA 9–10
False Dragonhead, Obedient Plant (Physostegia Virginiana) — approximately 1 inch in length; it thrives in full to partial sun exposure and prefers, image 56

Perennial

False Dragonhead, Obedient Plant

Physostegia Virginiana

FullUSDA 3–9

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