What plants do well in direct sunlight outside?
Perennials, Shrubs, & Vines For Sun From knockout roses and vibrant coneflowers to gorgeous grasses and fragrant lavender, this collection of plants thrives in full-sun or part-sun environments. Evergreen flowering perennials will keep their green foliage all year, long after the blooming season is over. Many herbs are particularly known for being great practical flowering plants with evergreen foliage, such as Lavender, Rosemary, and Salvia, among others.Keep planting simple – hardy shrubs and evergreen plants are key. Shrubs are great because they’re long-lived and won’t need replacing every year. Evergreens such as these sedges and hellebores look good all year and drop fewer leaves than deciduous plants.
Which plants can tolerate direct sun?
Sun-loving plants such as cacti, succulents and certain tropical plants thrive in direct sunlight. They harness that energy to grow vigorously, bloom beautifully and give your home a vibrant look. Full sun provides several hours of direct sunlight during the day. High light can be found indoors within 6 feet of a window with unobstructed southern or southwestern exposure. This strong, direct light is suitable for Cacti, most Succulents, Aloe, Jade Plant, Ficus, and Croton.