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Full-sun plants

Plants that thrive in full sun, for hot, open, south-facing sites.

4,470 plants

Del Norte Iris (Iris Innominata) — Del Norte Iris (Iris innominata) is a Pacific Coast native

Del Norte Iris

Iris Innominata

Full · Zones 8–10

Deltoid-Leaved Dew Plant (Oscularia Deltoides) — this drought-tolerant perennial is well-suited for USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11; ideal for rock gardens and

Deltoid-Leaved Dew Plant

Oscularia Deltoides

Full · Zones 8–11

'Denim 'n Lace' Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) — or Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Denim 'n Lace'

'Denim 'n Lace' Russian Sage

Perovskia atriplicifolia

Full

Densa Inkberry Holly (Ilex Glabra 'Densa') — commonly known as Densa Inkberry Holly

Densa Inkberry Holly

Ilex Glabra 'Densa'

Full · Zones 5–9

Dense Senna, Grey Cassia (Senna Sturtii) — Senna sturtii, commonly known as Dense Senna or Grey Cassia, is a drought-tolerant Australian native shrub

Dense Senna, Grey Cassia

Senna Sturtii

Full · Zones 9–10

Densiformis Yew (Taxus X Media 'Densiformis') — The Densiformis Yew (Taxus x media 'Densiformis') is an evergreen shrub

Densiformis Yew

Taxus X Media 'Densiformis'

Full · Zones 4–9

Deodar Cedar (Cedrus Deodara) — The Deodar Cedar, Cedrus deodara, stands out with its graceful, pyramidal form and drooping branches

Deodar Cedar

Cedrus Deodara

Full · Zones 7–10

Desert Agave (Agave Deserti) — exhibits rosettes of narrow

Desert Agave

Agave Deserti

Full · Zones 8–11

Desert Black Stonecrop (Sedum 'Desert Black') — Desert Black Stonecrop (Sedum 'Desert Black') is a hardy succulent known for its deep, purple-black foliage

Desert Black Stonecrop

Sedum 'Desert Black'

Full · Zones 3–9

Desert Bluebells (Phacelia Companularia) — Desert Bluebells (Phacelia campanularia) are captivating annuals

Desert Bluebells

Phacelia Companularia

Full · Zones 3–10

Desert Broom, Rosin Bush (Baccharis Sarothroides) — drought-tolerant shrub native to the arid climates of the American Southwest

Desert Broom, Rosin Bush

Baccharis Sarothroides

Full · Zones 8–11

Desert Date Palm (Phoenix Dactylifera) — The Phoenix dactylifera, commonly called the Desert Date Palm, reaches heights of 50-75 feet

Desert Date Palm

Phoenix Dactylifera

Full · Zones 10–10

Desert Encelia (Encelia Farinosa) — it‚Äôs a low-maintenance choice; the Desert Encelia is an excellent choice for gardeners aiming for a natural, image 82

Desert Encelia

Encelia Farinosa

Full · Zones 8–11

Desert Evening Primrose (Oenothera Deltoides) — The Desert Evening Primrose (Oenothera deltoides) is an alluring perennial ground cover

Desert Evening Primrose

Oenothera Deltoides

Full · Zones 3–10

Desert Ironwood (Olneya Tesota) — The Desert Ironwood (Olneya tesota), native to the Sonoran Desert, thrives in arid conditions

Desert Ironwood

Olneya Tesota

Full · Zones 9–11

Desert Lavender (Hyptis Emoryi) — Desert Lavender (Hyptis emoryi) is an aromatic evergreen shrub native to the arid Southwest

Desert Lavender

Hyptis Emoryi

Full · Zones 8–11

Desert Malee (Eucalyptus Macrocarpa) — Low maintenance and drought-tolerant

Desert Malee

Eucalyptus Macrocarpa

Full · Zones 8–8

Desert Marigold (Baileya Multiradiata) — Desert Marigold (Baileya multiradiata) is a drought-tolerant perennial

Desert Marigold

Baileya Multiradiata

Full · Zones 8–11

Desert Milkweed (Asclepias Subulata) — Desert Milkweed (Asclepias subulata) is a drought-tolerant perennial

Desert Milkweed

Asclepias Subulata

Full · Zones 8–11

Desert Museum Palo Verde (Parkinsonia 'Desert Museum') — it reaches heights of 20-30 feet with a 20-foot spread

Desert Museum Palo Verde

Parkinsonia 'Desert Museum'

Full · Zones 8–11

Desert Needle Grass (Stipa speciosa) — Desert Needle Grass, Stipa speciosum, is an ornamental perennial native to arid regions

Desert Needle Grass

Stipa speciosa

Full · Zones 3–10

Desert Oak (Acacia Coriaceae) — commonly known as Desert Oak

Desert Oak

Acacia Coriaceae

Full · Zones 8–11

Desert Penstemon (Penstemon Pseudospectabilis) — drought-tolerant perennial

Desert Penstemon

Penstemon Pseudospectabilis

Full · Zones 8–11

'Desert Plains' Fountain Grass (Pennisetum alopecuroides) — Proven Winners - Prairie Winds® 'Desert Plains' - Fountain Grass - Pennisetum alopecuroides plant

'Desert Plains' Fountain Grass

Pennisetum alopecuroides

Full