12 Best Perennials For Full Sun

Some full sun perennials might need a little sun protection during the hottest part of the day. And, moisture requirements for full sun perennials vary; some tolerate dry conditions while other require moist soil. For some, keeping their soil adequately moist is just as important as meeting their sunlight requirements.  Here are 12 perennials that thrive in full sun conditions.

USDA Growing Zones: 4 to 7Color Varieties: YellowSun Exposure: Full sunSoil: Average to sandy, dry, well-draining

USDA Growing Zones: 3 to 7Color Varieties: WhiteSun Exposure: Full sunSoil: Sandy, dry, well-draining

This plant tends to rot and develop diseases in humid conditions, so protect it by locating it in well-drained soil. Watering usually isn’t necessary except in prolonged periods with little rainfall.

USDA Growing Zones: 4 to 8Color Varieties: Purplish-pinkSun Exposure: Full sunSoil: Average, dry to medium moisture, well-draining

USDA Growing Zones: 3 to 8Color Varieties: Red-purpleSun Exposure: Full sunSoil: Average, dry to medium moisture, well-draining

Avoid soil that is too rich and ensure that soil is well drained. To promote sturdy plants, prevent flopping, and delay flowering until fall, cut back foliage by half in late spring and again by half in mid summer.

USDA Growing Zones: 3 to 9Color Varieties: Pink to redSun Exposure: Full sunSoil: Average, dry to medium moisture, well-draining

USDA Growing Zones: 3 to 9Color Varieties: White (species) with cultivars available in many colorsSun Exposure: Full sunSoil: Average, dry to medium moisture, well-draining

USDA Growing Zones: 5 to 9Color Varieties: White with yellow centerSun Exposure: Full sunSoil: Average, dry to medium moisture, well-draining

USDA Growing Zones: 3 to 7Color Varieties: Yellow to orange with brown centerSun Exposure: Full sunSoil: Average, medium moisture, well-draining

USDA Growing Zones: 3 to 9Color Varieties: YellowSun Exposure: Full sunSoil: Sandy or rocky, dry to medium moisture, well-draining

USDA Growing Zones: 5 to 8Color Varieties: PurpleSun Exposure: Full sunSoil: well-drained, less fertile, dry conditions (sand and gravel)

USDA Growing Zones: 3 to 7Color Varieties: White and pale purpleSun Exposure: Full sunSoil: Average, dry to medium moisture, well-draining

USDA Growing Zones: 4 to 8Color Varieties: Blue-violet, pinkSun Exposure: Full sunSoil : Average, dry to medium moisture, well-draining