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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

Maidenhair Tree (Ginkgo Biloba) — These leaves are typically 2 to 3 inches in width; tree for full or half, image 79

Tree

Maidenhair Tree

Ginkgo Biloba

FullUSDA 4–11
'Majestic Magenta' Hybrid Spring Phlox (Phlox hybrid) — The Phlox hybrid 'Majestic Magenta' is a low

'Majestic Magenta' Hybrid Spring Phlox

Phlox hybrid

Full
Majorcan Germander (Teucrium Cossonii Majoricum) — Its silver-green foliage contrasts beautifully against spikes of vibrant purple flowers

Ground cover

Majorcan Germander

Teucrium Cossonii Majoricum

FullUSDA 7–10
Major Wheeler Honeysuckle Vine (Lonicera Sempervirens 'Major Wheeler') — 'Major Wheeler' Honeysuckle Vine (Lonicera sempervirens 'Major Wheeler') offers a

Vine

Major Wheeler Honeysuckle Vine

Lonicera Sempervirens 'Major Wheeler'

FullUSDA 4–8
Malagasy Tree Aloe (Aloe Vaombe) — This arborescent aloe features a robust, upright single trunk that can reach 15 feet in height

Succulent

Malagasy Tree Aloe

Aloe Vaombe

FullUSDA 9–11
Mallet Flower (Schefflera Pueckleri) — Ideal for focal points or privacy screens

Shrub

Mallet Flower

Schefflera Pueckleri

FullUSDA 10–10
Mama Mia Coneflower (Echinacea 'Mama Mia') — The Echinacea 'Mama Mia' is a vibrant perennial that brings dynamic color to any garden

Perennial

Mama Mia Coneflower

Echinacea 'Mama Mia'

FullUSDA 3–9
Mandarin Orange (Citrus Reticulata) — with reduced frequency during the cooler months; suited for USDA zones 9-11, it requires full sun and well-drained soil

Tree

Mandarin Orange

Citrus Reticulata

FullUSDA 9–11
Mandevilla (Mandevilla Hybrids) — With vibrant flowers ranging from pink to red, they grow up to 10 feet in height and spread about 2 feet wide, image 81

Vine

Mandevilla

Mandevilla Hybrids

FullUSDA 9–11
Mango (Mangifera indica) — Allow ample space from structures to accommodate its extensive root system; its domed and dense structure provides ample, image 115

Tree

Mango

Mangifera indica

FullUSDA 9–10
'Mango Mimosa' Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia hybrid) — information and resources

'Mango Mimosa' Red Hot Poker

Kniphofia hybrid

Full
Mango purslane (Portulaca oleracea) — It grows 4-8 inches tall and spreads 12-16 inches, forming a compact mound that trails softly

Mango purslane

Portulaca oleracea

Full
Manhattan Euonymus (Euonymus 'Manhattan') — tolerating a variety of soil types and urban conditions

Shrub

Manhattan Euonymus

Euonymus 'Manhattan'

FullUSDA 5–10
Manna Gum (Eucalyptus Viminalis) — scientifically referred to as Eucalyptus viminalis; although it does best in moist conditions

Tree

Manna Gum

Eucalyptus Viminalis

FullUSDA 9–11
Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Spp.) — typically in shades of white to pale pink

Shrub

Manzanita

Arctostaphylos Spp.

FullUSDA 7–10
Maori Maiden Flax (Phormium 'Maori Maiden') — Phormium 'Maori Maiden' is an ornamental perennial

Perennial

Maori Maiden Flax

Phormium 'Maori Maiden'

FullUSDA 8–10
Maori Queen Flax (Phormium 'Maori Queen') — Phormium 'Maori Queen', a striking perennial, features arching leaves with pink margins that mature to cream

Perennial

Maori Queen Flax

Phormium 'Maori Queen'

FullUSDA 8–10
Mapleleaf Viburnum (Viburnum Acerifolium) — which provide a subtle yet elegant appeal; shrub for full or half

Shrub

Mapleleaf Viburnum

Viburnum Acerifolium

FullUSDA 2–8
Marcus Meadow Sage (Salvia Nemorosa 'Marcus') — reaching a mature size of roughly 8-12 inches in height and 12-18 inches in spread

Perennial

Marcus Meadow Sage

Salvia Nemorosa 'Marcus'

FullUSDA 4–8
Margaret Merril Rose (Rosa 'Margaret Merril') — When incorporating this rose into your design

Shrub

Margaret Merril Rose

Rosa 'Margaret Merril'

FullUSDA 6–11
Marguerite Daisy (Argyranthemum frutescens 'Molimba Helio White') — The Argyranthemum frutescens 'Madeira White' (incorrectly referred to as Argyrathemum

Annual

Marguerite Daisy

Argyranthemum frutescens 'Molimba Helio White'

FullUSDA 3–7
Marguerite Sweet Potatoe Vine (Ipomoea batatas 'Marguerite') — is a fast-growing perennial with vibrant chartreuse to golden-yellow heart-shaped foliage

Ground cover

Marguerite Sweet Potatoe Vine

Ipomoea batatas 'Marguerite'

FullUSDA 10–11
Marie Luise Variegated English Ivy (Hedera Helix 'Marie Luise Variegata') — is a robust evergreen climber

Broadleaf Evergreen

Marie Luise Variegated English Ivy

Hedera Helix 'Marie Luise Variegata'

FullUSDA 4–9
Marigold (Tagetes Hybrids) — These robust plants are renowned for their vivid yellow, orange, and deep red flowers

Annual

Marigold

Tagetes Hybrids

FullUSDA 3–10

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