If you are looking for a flowering shrub that grows in full sun, but also enjoys a little shade, try this one. This shrub produces lots of flowers every year and benefits from regular watering and occasional pruning. It is a low-maintenance shrub that will thrive in most conditions. Here are some examples of plants you can grow with full sun. Read on to discover which ones are right for your garden!
Golden Ticket
When growing a Golden Ticket flowering shrub in full sun, you can expect the foliage to be golden. Most plants will not need pruning, but you may need to apply a controlled-release fertilizer in the spring to ensure that the foliage stays healthy. If you do not want to prune your Golden Ticket, simply wait until it has finished flowering and then cut back. This flowering shrub is also a beautiful addition to your garden.
A privet is a dense wall-forming plant with large, white flowers that bloom in the late spring. This plant is often used as a hedge because of its dense foliage and flowers. However, it can become invasive, so Golden Ticket is a great alternative. The foliage of this plant emerges bright yellow and ages to chartreuse. Golden Ticket is also very low-maintenance and deer-resistant.
Ligustrum x vicaryi is a deer-resistant, compact deciduous shrub that has a distinctive scent. The flowers bloom from mid to late spring. It grows between four and six feet tall and is deer-resistant. This plant is very easy to grow and can be used in hedging and landscaping projects. Despite its popularity, this shrub is toxic to cats and dogs.
Daphne
The daphne plant thrives in USDA growing zones 4 to 9 and is semi-evergreen (only leaves fall off in winter). Once established, daphne requires very little care, apart from pruning. The plants grow in an attractive shape on their own, so there is no need to add fertilizer. You can also add a bit of lime to the soil to raise its pH level to neutral.
If you are planting a daphne in a new location, you should ensure that the root ball is about half an inch above the soil. Plant it to the same depth as its pot, but don’t bury it too deeply. The soil around the root ball should be moist, but not wet. Watering daphne shrubs about once a week is enough to keep it healthy. Water regularly during dry spells.
After planting, daphne plants are relatively low maintenance once established. They do not require much pruning, although it is best to prune broken limbs every few years to maintain a shapely appearance. Because they bloom on the last year’s growth, they do not need pruning to stay in shape. However, if you want to prune a daphne plant to maintain a shape, you should do it after flowering is complete.
Eremophila racemosa
The Eremophila racemosa is a showy flowering shrub that grows to about four to six feet. Its foliage is gray green, with long, tubular blooms that age to a deep pink. This eremophila is drought-tolerant and hardy, and blooms from Winter into Spring. This flowering shrub grows best in full sun, although it can tolerate partial shade.
The eremophila family is full of beauty. These beautiful flowering shrubs come in a wide variety of colours and can be a work of art in your garden. Several of these compact plants bloom for long periods, attracting butterflies and birds to their habitats. Because eremophilas respond well to pruning, many varieties make great groundcovers. If you’re looking for an eremophila that blooms well in partial shade, try ‘Showy Eremophila’.
Eremophila racemosa has bright, showy flowers in winter and spring. The flower buds start out yellow, but later deepen to orange and mature to pink or purple. The flowers are showy and nectar-rich, and attracting butterflies is another bonus. This plant will grow five to seven feet high and four to six feet wide. If you choose to plant an eremophila racemosa, make sure to place it in a sheltered area and water it sparingly.
A low-growing variety with spiky foliage grows to about one-and-a-half meters tall and wide. Its showy blue flowers appear in the summer months. I have tried three in the ground, and two have thrived. One shrub was killed over winter ’17. The native range of this shrub includes the floodplains of the Murray River in NSW and Victoria.
Camellias
Camellias are evergreen flowering shrubs that prefer dappled shade, with morning sun being the most favorable for developing flower buds. Since camellias are woodland plants, they do not grow well in the full sun of south facing gardens or on sunny patios. They also need acidic or ericaceous soil. The pH level of the soil should be 5.5-6.5. To make the soil more acidic, add composted bracken or leaf mould, or bark chippings.
In a pot, camellias do well in soil rich in peat. If you plant them in a pot, use a 30 cm pot. Fill the pot fully with soil and water thoroughly, but make sure the camellias get a thorough soaking. Then cover the pot with burlap or canvas to protect the shrub from freezing temperatures. If you live in a very cold region, you might also want to place a windbreak around the container.
If you’re not sure if camellias are suitable for your landscape, don’t be afraid to ask a professional for advice. This shrub will bloom in a few years and is a great choice for the backyard or patio. Depending on the species you choose, you can choose a variety of sizes and shapes. If you are unsure about where to plant your camellia, you can consult a local nursery.
Cleomes
If you have a sunny garden and want a flowering shrub that blooms all year round, consider growing cleomes. This flowering shrub will bloom in spring and early summer and will produce beautiful flowers for months. The plants can also be planted in pots and planters, although they require more frequent watering and fertilization. Cleomes are drought-tolerant and tolerate hot summers well. However, they are not frost-tolerant and will die back when temperatures fall.
You can choose the color of your cleome based on the color of its flowers. Cleomes are deer and rabbit-resistant and are beneficial for wildlife. These flowering shrubs have large seed pods and make excellent containers. These flowers come in a variety of colors, including red, white, and lavender. Whether you are looking for a fragrant flower or a tropical plant, cleomes are a great choice.
Once you’ve selected a color, you should choose the best location for your new plant. Cleome flowers prefer full sun, but they can also tolerate partial shade. The flowering shrub grows to about three feet tall, with branches bending down to receive more sunlight. Once established, it will bloom prolifically, and will remain beautiful for years. After it flowers, it will die back. They need to be deadheaded every few months to promote better flowering.
Eremophila gracilis
Eremophila gracilis is a medium-sized, symmetrical flowering shrub native to Australia. It has a short summer bloom period, low water requirements, and a long winter bloom period. The blooms, which can be found from January through February, attract hummingbirds to the shrub. The plant grows to a height of three to five feet.
This compact, evergreen shrub is a member of the hydrangea family. It has simple, green foliage and small, white flowers. The shrub grows slowly and recovers quickly after a cold spell. Its foliage is approximately an inch long and is a medium to dark green color. Once established, it will require occasional pruning. The shrub is best pruned after blooming is complete.
The Deutzia gracilis ‘Nikko’ cultivar is a beautiful, low-growing flowering shrub. It has gracefully arching branches and clusters of tiny, brilliant white flowers. It also has bright green foliage and is drought-tolerant. ‘Nikko’ is a great choice for smaller gardens. It grows to be 1-2 feet tall and spreads up to five feet.