Sun-Loving Plants
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Key Characteristics
- Thrive in 6+ hours of direct sunlight daily
- Many originate from Mediterranean or prairie climates
- Often have silvery, waxy, or fine foliage to cope with heat
- Generally drought-tolerant once established
- Produce the most flowers in full sun positions
Design Tips
South and west-facing borders are ideal for sun-lovers. Group plants with similar needs together and mulch well to retain moisture. Many sun-loving plants also cope with poor, free-draining soil—excess fertility can make them leggy. Silver foliage plants make excellent companions, harmonising different flower colours.
