Full sun, part sun, part shade—what does it all mean? Sifting through light requirements on plant tagsand then lining those up with the conditions in your yard can be tricky. Here’s a ru… See more

Morning sun is less intense for a plant than afternoon sun. The angle of the sunlight hitting the plant coupled with the moderate morning temperatures make morning sun exposure le… See more

Plants labeled for full sun are the best fit for morning shade and afternoon sun. Here’s why: the intensity of the afternoon sun (particularly important consideration in the South) is lik… See more

Remember, light quality is just one consideration when choosing plants. Soil type, moisture availability, and winter hardiness are other important factors to consider. L… See more