Ageratum
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Ageratum, commonly grown as Ageratum houstonianum, is a bushy flowering plant in the daisy family (Asteraceae). Often called floss flower…
Flowers: plants for shade
These plants grow with 4 hours of direct sun a day or less: under trees, beside buildings, or in north-facing beds.
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Flowers
Amaryllis
- Bright indirect light
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Amaryllis, primarily known by the species Hippeastrum (often classified within the Amaryllis genus), is a popular bulbous flowering plant…
Anemone
- Part sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–10
Anemone is a genus of flowering perennials in the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae). Often called windflowers, its species range from low…
Astilbe
- Part shade
- High water
- Zones 3–8
Astilbe is a genus of herbaceous perennials prized for feathery flower plumes that rise above mounds of divided, often glossy leaves…
Azalea
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–9
Azaleas are flowering shrubs belonging to the Rhododendron genus and are widely appreciated for their stunning blooms and vibrant colors…
Bee Balm
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
Bee balm is a clump-forming perennial in the mint family, best known for its vivid, shaggy-looking flowers and its appeal to pollinators…
Begonia
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Begonia is a large genus of flowering plants grown for its colorful blooms, striking leaves, or both. Its species and cultivated varieties…
Bird of Paradise
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9.5–11
The Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia reginae) is a striking tropical plant native to South Africa, known for its unique, vibrant flowers that…
Bleeding Heart
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
Bleeding heart is a herbaceous perennial prized for its graceful, arching stems and rows of dangling, heart-shaped flowers. Its best-known…
Bluebell
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
The Bluebell plant, scientifically known as Hyacinthoides non-scripta (common bluebell) or Scilla non-scripta (English bluebell), is a…
Calla Lily
- Part sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 8–10
Calla lily is a perennial flowering plant grown for its elegant white blooms and lush, arrow-shaped leaves. Despite its name, it is not a…
Camellia
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–9
Camellia is a genus of flowering plants belonging to theaceae family, primarily native to Asia. There are about 100 species, plus numerous…
Christmas Cactus
- Bright indirect light
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–12
The Christmas Cactus, scientifically known as Schlumbergera, is a popular houseplant celebrated for its stunning blooms during the holiday…
Clematis
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
Clematis is a diverse genus of flowering vines belonging to the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae). It encompasses about 300 species, many…
Coleus
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Coleus is a tender perennial best known for its vividly colored leaves, but it also produces flowers. Slender spikes rise above the…
Columbine
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
Columbines are flowering perennials in the genus Aquilegia, known for their nodding, bell-shaped blooms and distinctive backward-pointing…
Corpse Flower
- Bright indirect light
- High water
- Zones 12–13
The Corpse Flower, scientifically known as Amorphophallus titanum, is a fascinating and rare plant native to the rainforests of Sumatra…
Crocus
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
The Crocus is a genus of flowering plants in the iris family (Iridaceae), notable for its vibrant blooms that herald the arrival of…
Daffodil
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
Daffodils, belonging to the genus Narcissus, are perennial flowering plants known for their trumpet-shaped blooms and vibrant yellow…
Daylily
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
The Daylily (Hemerocallis) is a perennial flowering plant known for its vibrant blooms and ease of care. Native to Asia, these hardy…
Dogwood
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–9
Dogwood refers to various species within the genus Cornus, which encompasses deciduous trees and shrubs popular for their ornamental…
Echeveria
- Part sun
- Low water
- Zones 10–11
Echeveria is a captivating genus of succulent plants belonging to the Crassulaceae family, primarily indigenous to Mexico and Central…
Forget-me-not
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–8
Forget-me-nots, belonging to the genus Myosotis, are charming perennial and annual plants known for their small, vibrant blue flowers…
Forsythia
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 5–8
Forsythia is a genus of flowering shrubs belonging to the olive family (Oleaceae), known for its vibrant yellow blooms that herald the…
Foxglove
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
Common foxglove is a striking flowering plant with tall, upright spikes of tubular, bell-shaped blooms. The flowers are usually purple or…
Fuchsia
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Fuchsia is a genus of flowering shrubs and small trees admired for its graceful, often pendulous blooms. Most garden plants are hybrids…
Gardenia
- Part sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 8–11
Gardenias are evergreen shrubs or small trees belonging to the Rubiaceae family, primarily native to tropical and subtropical regions of…
Heliconia
- Part sun
- High water
- Zones 10–11
Heliconia, commonly known as lobster-claw or wild plantain, belongs to the Heliconiaceae family and is native to tropical regions of…
Hellebore
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
Hellebore is the common name for plants in the genus Helleborus, a group of long-lived perennials in the buttercup family. They are valued…
Honeysuckle
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
Honeysuckle refers to various species within the genus Lonicera, known for their fragrant flowers, attractive foliage, and often rapid…
Hosta
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
Hostas are versatile perennial plants widely favored in gardens for their lush foliage and shade tolerance. Native to Asia, particularly…
Hyacinth
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
Hyacinths are perennial flowering plants belonging to the Asparagaceae family, with the genus Hyacinthus. Native to the eastern…
Hydrangea
- Part sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–9
Hydrangeas are popular flowering shrubs known for their large, vibrant blooms and lush foliage. Belonging to the genus Hydrangea, these…
Impatiens
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Impatiens, also known as busy Lizzie or balsam, is a popular flowering plant belonging to the family Balsaminaceae. This shade-loving…
Jade Vine
- Part sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 11–12
The Jade Vine (Strongylodon macrobotrys) is a striking, tropical flowering plant native to the Philippines, where it often grows in the…
Jasmine
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–10
Jasmine refers to a genus of flowering plants in the Oleaceae family, predominantly native to tropical and subtropical regions. There are…
Kadupul Flower
- Bright indirect light
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
The Kadupul flower, also known as Epiphyllum oxypetalum or the Queen of the Night, is a rare and exotic cactus native to Central and South…
Lobelia
- Part sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Lobelia erinus is the garden lobelia commonly sold for its masses of small, vividly colored flowers. It is native to southern Africa and…
Magnolia
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
Magnolia is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the family Magnoliaceae, known for their large, striking flowers and glossy leaves…
Middlemist Red
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–9
Middlemist Red is a rare and historically significant camellia plant, scientifically known as Camellia sasanqua. This particular variety…
Nasturtium
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus) is a popular annual flowering plant known for its vibrant blooms and edible features. Native to South and…
Orchid Cactus
- Bright indirect light
- Moderate water
- Zones 10–11
Orchid Cactus, scientifically known as Epiphyllum, is a captivating tropical plant renowned for its stunning, often large, and fragrant…
Pansy
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 6–9
Pansies (Viola tricolor var. hortensis) are popular flowering plants known for their vibrant colors and distinct "face-like" markings on…
Parrot Flower
- Part shade
- High water
The Parrot Flower, scientifically known as Impatiens psittacina, is a unique and striking tropical plant native to Southeast Asia…
Passionflower
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 7–10
Passionflower, belonging to the genus Passiflora, is a captivating and diverse group of flowering plants renowned for their striking…
Pickerelweed
- Full sun
- High water
- Zones 3–10
Pickerelweed (Pontederia cordata) is a perennial aquatic plant native to North America, commonly found in freshwater environments such as…
Redbud
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
The Redbud, belonging to the Cercis genus, is a deciduous tree celebrated for its stunning spring display of pink to purple flowers…
Rhododendron
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–8
Rhododendrons are a diverse genus of flowering shrubs within the Ericaceae family, which also includes azaleas. They are known for their…
Snowdrop
- Part shade
- Moderate water
- Zones 3–7
The Snowdrop (Galanthus nivalis) is a perennial flowering plant belonging to the Amaryllidaceae family. Native to Europe and parts of the…
Sweet Alyssum
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 9–11
Sweet alyssum is a low-growing flowering plant in the mustard family, Brassicaceae. It forms a spreading mound of slender stems and small…
Trumpet Vine
- Full sun
- Moderate water
- Zones 4–9
Trumpet Vine, scientifically known as Campsis radicans, is a vigorous, deciduous climbing plant native to the southeastern United States…
Vinca
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 10–11
Vinca is a genus of low-growing, flowering perennials commonly called periwinkles. The two species most often grown in gardens are lesser…