Full sun container plants

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Worried your pot-based annuals and perennials are going to feel the burn this summer? Try these drought-tolerant container plants for full sun and heat – and let the good times roll!

Best flowers for full sun are specially selected for their heat tolerance, perfect for containers in sunny spots. These vibrant blooms thrive under the sun, providing long-lasting beauty and color.

If you’re looking for showy flowers with strong colors, shiny leaves and sometimes exotic looking container plants can look wonderful in that sunny spot on your patio or terrace. Try one of these 15 recommended container garden plants that will thrive full sun and heat:

Learn about full sun planter ideas including which containers to use, plants to purchase, and how to arrange them.

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Brilliant burgundy-red sedum clusters all season long with soft pink flowers in late summer. Perfect in shallow containers or tucked into rockery or a green wall, where it will gently cascade. Excellent groundcover or accent for borders and rock gardens.

Learn what to plant with geraniums in containers to start a gorgeous container garden. These colorful plants combine well with many other flowers.

Full sun container ideas

After putting a call out to our readers to submit their container gardens, we have chosen our winners! See the top designs along with planting plans and tips.

No sun, no problem. Perk up your porch with ideas for potting our favorite shade-loving plants that will inspire your planting this season.

These tough full-sun container plants stand up to hot summers. Our favorite annuals, tropical foliage plants, herbs, and succulents will thrive even on the hottest days.

The best annuals for full sun to grow in containers, flower beds, pots, and more! Get the best annuals for full sun flower beds right here.

Discover 31 stunning planter ideas for your porch, patio, or backyard. These real-life flower pot designs use colorful blooms, creative containers, and easy planting tips to inspire your own DIY outdoor planters.

These full sun perennials are all low maintenance plants with beautiful flowers that will thrive in full sun (even in the South!)

Keep your garden vibrant even when it's hot with these sun-loving, heat-tolerant annuals that bloom throughout the season!

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These 20 full sun perennial flower plants are low maintenance. More importantly, they grow well under direct sunlight. They are the best perennials flowers for the front of the house to bring curb appeal. These perennials are also great for planting in the backyard garden or your side yard. #Perennials #FullSun #Planting #Gardening #UrbanOrganicYield

Proven Winners - 21 Annuals for Sun Scorched Patios and Window Boxes in Top Ten Lists Finding the Right Plant and Annuals