What flowering plants do well in full sun?
- petunia.
- ageratum.
- salvia.
- moss rose.
- sunflower.
- zinnia.
- marigold.
- geranium.
Do hydrangeas like full sun?
Hydrangeas like morning sun, but do not do well if they’re in direct, hot afternoon sun
. Partial shade in the later parts of the day is ideal for these beauties.
Are petunias good in full sun?
Petunias need at least 5 or 6 hours of good sunlight;
they’ll perform even better when located in full sun all day
. The more shade they receive, the fewer flowers they’ll produce. Impatiens are a better choice for blooming in shady places.
What is the best perennial for full sun?
- Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia) …
- Daylily (Hemerocallis) …
- Bearded Iris (Iris spp.) …
- Peony (Paeonia spp.) …
- Lily, Asiatic (Lilium) …
- Tickseed (Coreopsis spp.) …
- Salvia (Salvia spp.) …
- Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) Lavender is a wonderfully scented, bushy perennial.
Does lavender like full sun?
Light/Watering:
Lavenders demand full sun
, although afternoon shade may be appreciated in the hottest climates. Plants are very drought resistant once established, but will flower better if not allowed to dry out.
Choose peonies that will grow well in your garden conditions.
Plant peonies in full sun in the fall or spring
. Prepare the soil by adding Miracle-Gro® Garden Soil for Flowers. Water plants thoroughly, then occasionally through the season.
Light:
Full sun, to partial shade
. Soil: Marigolds prefer fertile soil, preferably loose and loamy with adequate drainage, yet can also tolerate dry conditions. Spacing: Sow seeds directly in the garden 1-inch apart, or in seed trays to transplant with root system is established.
Your summer garden isn’t complete without sun-loving petunias.
Not only are petunias heat tolerant
, but their vibrant blooms add just the right amount of color to your yard.
Gerberas like some sun but they’re not cacti; they don’t relish intense heat.
Northerners can grow the daisies in full sun if the air temperatures are cool
. In a moderate climate, plant the daisies in dappled shade or where they’ll catch morning sun and afternoon shade.
- Catmint (Nepeta racemosa) …
- Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) …
- Coreopsis ‘Moonbeam’ (Coreopsis verticillata ‘Moonbeam’) …
- Geranium ‘Rozanne’/ Cranesbill (Geranium ‘Gerwat’ Rozanne) …
- Ice Plant (Delosperma cooperi) …
- Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)
- Echinacea. Echinacea and lavender make a great pairing, and not just because they look stunning next to each other. …
- Roses. Lavender and roses are a classic, pretty pairing. …
- Yarrow. …
- Sedum. …
- Alliums. …
- African Daisy. …
- Zinnia. …
- Gaillardia.
About Dahlias
Plant them in a full sun location (giving them 6-8 hours of direct sunlight)
and enjoy blooms all summer long. They will bloom and provide you with color and an abundance of flowers for cutting and enjoying throughout the summer. The more you cut a dahlia plant the more it will bloom.
Where to Plant Tulips.
Tulips require full sun for the best display
, which means at least 6 hours of bright, direct sunlight per day. They also prefer fast-draining soil and, consequently, make excellent additions to rock gardens.
- Bearded Irises. The Bearded Iris is a frilly flower that comes in a variety of colors — pink, red, purple, yellow, blue, and orange. …
- Siberian Irises. …
- Columbines. …
- Alliums. …
- Roses. …
- Bleeding Heart. …
- Foxgloves. …
- Hydrangeas.
What is this?
Morning Sun
Peonies love morning sun! They can take all day sun, but if you have the choice of planting them with evening sun or morning sun – choose morning! No matter what – make sure they at least get a half day of sunshine to bloom.
Floribunda Continuous Flowering Roses
Floribunda roses are among the longest blooming roses because they can bloom continuously from early spring to late fall, depending on the cultivar. The bushes commonly grow to between 2 1/2 and 5 feet tall.
Regardless of where you garden,
site lantana in full sun for best flowering
. Plants can grow in part shade locations, but flower number will drop and plants do become more susceptible to diseases and certain insects. Growing lantana doesn’t require intense soil prep prior to planting.
Zinnias tolerate full sun and hot weather very well
, and, best of all, they don’t attract insects. If you’re not in a hurry, zinnia seeds are large and easy to handle. In our mild climate, zinnias seeds planted directly into the garden germinate quite quickly.
- Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia) …
- Daylily (Hemerocallis) …
- Bearded Iris (Iris spp.) …
- Peony (Paeonia spp.) …
- Lily, Asiatic (Lilium) …
- Tickseed (Coreopsis spp.) …
- Salvia (Salvia spp.) …
- Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) Lavender is a wonderfully scented, bushy perennial.
