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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

Lucky White Lantana (Lantana 'Lucky White') — It thrives in full sun, reaching up to 18 inches in height and spreading 24 inches wide

Ground cover

Lucky White Lantana

Lantana 'Lucky White'

FullUSDA 9–11
Lullaby Baby Daylily (Hemerocallis 'Lullaby Baby') — Thriving in USDA zones 3-9, it reaches a modest 18 inches in height and spreads up to 24 inches

Perennial

Lullaby Baby Daylily

Hemerocallis 'Lullaby Baby'

FullUSDA 3–10
Luna Red Rose Mallow (Hibiscus Moscheutos 'Luna Red') — Thriving in USDA Zones 5-10, it prefers full sun and moist soil

Perennial

Luna Red Rose Mallow

Hibiscus Moscheutos 'Luna Red'

FullUSDA 8–8
Luscious Berry Blend Lantana (Lantana Camara 'Luscious Berry Blend') — perennial shrub known for its clusters of pink

Shrub

Luscious Berry Blend Lantana

Lantana Camara 'Luscious Berry Blend'

FullUSDA 9–11
Luscious Citrus Blend Lantana (Lantana Camara 'Luscious Citrus Blend') — Lantana camara 'Luscious Citrus Blend' is a vibrant perennial shrub, thriving in USDA

Shrub

Luscious Citrus Blend Lantana

Lantana Camara 'Luscious Citrus Blend'

FullUSDA 9–11
Luykens Laurel (Prunus Laurocerasus 'Otto Luyken') — Generally reaching 3 to 4 feet in height with a spread of 6 to 8 feet

Shrub

Luykens Laurel

Prunus Laurocerasus 'Otto Luyken'

FullUSDA 8–10
Lynn's Legacy Rio Bravo Bush (Leucophyllum Langmaniae 'Lynn's Legacy') — a compact evergreen shrub

Shrub

Lynn's Legacy Rio Bravo Bush

Leucophyllum Langmaniae 'Lynn's Legacy'

FullUSDA 8–11
Lynwood Gold Forsythia (Forsythia X Intermedia 'Lynwood') — deciduous shrub that heralds spring with a spectacular display of bright yellow blooms

Shrub

Lynwood Gold Forsythia

Forsythia X Intermedia 'Lynwood'

FullUSDA 4–10
Lyreleaf Sage (Salvia Lyrata) — Lyreleaf Sage, Salvia lyrata, a North American native perennial, thrives in USDA zones 4-9

Perennial

Lyreleaf Sage

Salvia Lyrata

FullUSDA 3–8
Macadamia Nut (Macadamia Hybrids) — Note: macadamia nuts are toxic to dogs; spreading canopy that provides ample shade.<br><br>Known for their glossy

Macadamia Nut

Macadamia Hybrids

FullUSDA 9–10
Mac Dougal's Or Oaxacan Furcraea (Furcraea Macdougalii) — This agave relative thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, demanding minimal water

Succulent

Mac Dougal's Or Oaxacan Furcraea

Furcraea Macdougalii

FullUSDA 9–11
Macho Fern (Nephrolepis biserrata) — The Nephrolepis biserrata ‘Macho Fern’ is a bold foliage annual with glossy

Macho Fern

Nephrolepis biserrata

Full
Madagascar Jasmine (Stephanotis Floribunda) — which are oval-shaped and measure about 2 to 5 inches in length; white flowers in the garden, image 56

Ground cover

Madagascar Jasmine

Stephanotis Floribunda

FullUSDA 10–10
Madagascar Sago (Cycas Thouarsii) — The Madagascar Sago, Cycas thouarsii, is a majestic cycad, prevalent in tropical landscapes; this slow-growing plant

Palm

Madagascar Sago

Cycas Thouarsii

FullUSDA 8–11
Madagascar Senecio (Senecio Decaryi) — Notable for its drought tolerance and architectural form

Ground cover

Madagascar Senecio

Senecio Decaryi

FullUSDA 9–11
Madras Thorn, Manilla Tamarind (Pithecellobium Dulce) — delicate petals with long

Tree

Madras Thorn, Manilla Tamarind

Pithecellobium Dulce

FullUSDA 10–11
Magenta-Eyed Geranium (Geranium Maderense) — exemplifies botanical splendor with its lush foliage and vibrant floral displays

Perennial

Magenta-Eyed Geranium

Geranium Maderense

FullUSDA 9–11
Magenta Paintbrush (Castilleja Parviflora) — offering a nectar source for hummingbirds; with a similar spread.<br><br>The Magenta Paintbrush blooms, image 59

Perennial

Magenta Paintbrush

Castilleja Parviflora

FullUSDA 4–8
'Magenta Sprite' Hybrid Spring Phlox (Phlox hybrid) — Proven Winners - 'Magenta Sprite' - Hybrid Spring Phlox - Phlox hybrid pink magenta pink plant details

'Magenta Sprite' Hybrid Spring Phlox

Phlox hybrid

Full
Maggie Daley False Spirea (Astilbe 'Maggie Daley') — Astilbe 'Maggie Daley' is a robust perennial ideal for partially shaded gardens

Perennial

Maggie Daley False Spirea

Astilbe 'Maggie Daley'

FullUSDA 4–9
Magic Carpet Spirea (Spiraea Japonica 'Magic Carpet') — It matures at 2-3 feet high and wide, with leaves emerging red in spring, turning gold, and then russet

Shrub

Magic Carpet Spirea

Spiraea Japonica 'Magic Carpet'

FullUSDA 4–8
Magic Fountain Blue Larkspur (Delphinium 'Magic Fountain Blue') — features towering spikes of semi-double

Perennial

Magic Fountain Blue Larkspur

Delphinium 'Magic Fountain Blue'

FullUSDA 2–10
Magnificient Mint Bush (Prostanthera Magnifica) — Ideal for adding color and fragrance to mixed borders and sensory gardens

Shrub

Magnificient Mint Bush

Prostanthera Magnifica

FullUSDA 9–10
Magnus Coneflower (Echinacea Purpurea 'Magnus') — mainly from early summer until late summer; vibrant purple-pink flowers with prominent

Perennial

Magnus Coneflower

Echinacea Purpurea 'Magnus'

FullUSDA 3–9

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