Partial Shade Plants
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Key Characteristics
- Flourish in 3-6 hours of sunlight or dappled shade
- Often woodland natives accustomed to tree canopy
- Many flower in spring before tree leaves emerge
- Foliage often larger to capture available light
- Generally prefer moist, humus-rich soil
Design Tips
Embrace the woodland aesthetic with layers of planting—trees, shrubs, and groundcover. Spring bulbs and early perennials flower before the canopy closes. Use white and pale flowers to illuminate shady areas, and don't underestimate the power of foliage texture and colour in lower light.
