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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

Arizona Agave (Agave Arizonica) — sun-drenched slopes of the Arizona-Sonora border in the United States; blue-green leaves with prominent spines along the

Shrub

Arizona Agave

Agave Arizonica

FullUSDA 9–11
Arizona Apricot Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Apricot') — Gaillardia 'Arizona Apricot'

Ground cover

Arizona Apricot Blanket Flower

Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Apricot'

FullUSDA 3–9
Arizona Cypress (Cupressus Arizonica) — tree for full

Tree

Arizona Cypress

Cupressus Arizonica

FullUSDA 5–11
Arizona Cypress Blue Ice (Cupressus Arizonica 'Blue Ice') — This drought-tolerant specimen excels in full sun and well-drained soil, offering year-round color

Conifer

Arizona Cypress Blue Ice

Cupressus Arizonica 'Blue Ice'

FullUSDA 4–11
Arizona Nettlespurge (Jatropha Cinerea) — scientifically referred to as Jatropha cinerea

Shrub

Arizona Nettlespurge

Jatropha Cinerea

FullUSDA 9–10
Arizona Or Velvet Ash (Fraxinus Velutina) — Ideal for accent or shade

Tree

Arizona Or Velvet Ash

Fraxinus Velutina

FullUSDA 7–10
Arizona Poppy (Kallstroemia Grandiflora) — yellow flowers in the garden

Annual

Arizona Poppy

Kallstroemia Grandiflora

FullUSDA 9–10
Arizona Rosewood (Vauquelinia Californica) — The Arizona Rosewood (Vauquelinia californica) is an evergreen shrub with a dense

Shrub

Arizona Rosewood

Vauquelinia Californica

FullUSDA 6–11
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — Hardy in zones 3-10, it's an ideal choice for xeriscaping and adds a vivid splash of color to

Ground cover

Arizona Sun Blanket Flower

Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun'

FullUSDA 3–9
Arizona Velvet Mesquite (Prosopis Velutina) — which can reach over 30 feet wide

Tree

Arizona Velvet Mesquite

Prosopis Velutina

FullUSDA 9–10
Arizona Yellow Bells (Tecoma Stans 'Angustata') — The Arizona Yellow Bells (Tecoma stans v

Shrub

Arizona Yellow Bells

Tecoma Stans 'Angustata'

FullUSDA 9–11
Arkansas Amsonia (Amsonia Hubrichtii) — Arkansas Amsonia adds a sophisticated charm to any landscape design

Perennial

Arkansas Amsonia

Amsonia Hubrichtii

FullUSDA 4–9
Arnold's Promise Witch Hazel (Hamamelis 'Arnold's Promise') — Arnold's Promise Witch Hazel (Hamamelis x intermedia 'Arnold's Promise') is a captivating

Shrub

Arnold's Promise Witch Hazel

Hamamelis 'Arnold's Promise'

FullUSDA 5–9
Aromatic Aster (Symphyotrichum Oblongifolium) — making it suitable for a wide range of climatic conditions

Perennial

Aromatic Aster

Symphyotrichum Oblongifolium

FullUSDA 3–8
Arp Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Arp') — evergreen culinary herb prized for its fragrant

Herb

Arp Rosemary

Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Arp'

FullUSDA 7–9
Arrowleaf Balsamroot. (Balsamorhiza Sagittata) — the Arrowleaf Balsamroot is a veritable magnet for bees and butterflies; arrowleaf Balsamroot, image 82

Perennial

Arrowleaf Balsamroot.

Balsamorhiza Sagittata

FullUSDA 9–10
Arrowwood Viburnum (Viburnum Dentatum) — scientifically known as Viburnum dentatum; shrub for full or half

Shrub

Arrowwood Viburnum

Viburnum Dentatum

FullUSDA 2–8
Arroyo Lupine (Lupinus Succulentus) — which can reach up to 2 feet in height

Annual

Arroyo Lupine

Lupinus Succulentus

FullUSDA 7–10
Arroyo Willow (Salix Exigua) — making it a low-fuss addition to any garden.<br><br>Adaptable and resilient

Tree

Arroyo Willow

Salix Exigua

FullUSDA 8–10
Artichoke (Cynara Scolymus) — with a fascinating texture that adds a visual appeal throughout the growing season; artichoke (Cynara scolymus) thrives in USDA

Perennial

Artichoke

Cynara Scolymus

FullUSDA 8–10
Ashe Juniper (Juniperus Ashei) — It typically grows 10-30 feet tall with a spread of 10-15 feet, boasting a dense, conical form

Conifer

Ashe Juniper

Juniperus Ashei

FullUSDA 4–11
Ashyleaf Buckwheat (Eriogonum Cinereum) — Adaptable to various soils

Ground cover

Ashyleaf Buckwheat

Eriogonum Cinereum

FullUSDA 7–10
Asian Geum (Geum Coccineum) — this hardy plant thrives in zones 5-9 and is ideal for borders with well-drained soil; perennial for full or half, image 54

Perennial

Asian Geum

Geum Coccineum

FullUSDA 6–9
Asian Pear (Pyrus Pyrifolia) — It is relatively hardy but benefits from regular watering

Tree

Asian Pear

Pyrus Pyrifolia

FullUSDA 4–8

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