Half Sun Plants
Start with light, foliage and size to find plants for bright windows, sheltered balconies and garden corners.
Understand light and placementNot sure which plants fit? Answer 8 questions about your space and preferences.
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Partial shade
0 plants
Shade tolerant
0 plants
Flowering
0 plants
Foliage plants
0 plants
Fragrant
0 plants
Easy care
0 plants
Small & medium
0 plants
Large plants
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Partial shade still needs suitable light. Check each plant’s requirements, selected height and pot dimensions.
TabletopModerate care
Partial shade
TabletopEasy care
Partial shade
Medium plantNeeds experience
Partial shade
Easy care
Partial shade
TabletopEasy care
Shade
TabletopEasy care
Shade
TabletopModerate care
Partial shade
TabletopEasy care
Partial shade
Medium plantNeeds experience
Partial shade
55–75 cmModerate care
Bright indirect light
Choose plants for bright windows and partial shade
Observe the light where the plant will stand, then narrow your choices by flowers, foliage, size and care.
Separate filtered light from direct sun
Partial sun usually means direct sunlight for part of the day. This differs from bright, indirect light indoors. Observe morning, midday and afternoon light, then check each plant’s requirements.
Choose a size that fits
Small & medium is a size group. Check the selected height, leaf spread and pot footprint. Leave growing room and clear access around larger plants.
Consider airflow, rain and humidity
Keep indoor plants away from direct air-conditioning airflow. Outdoors, consider harsh sun, wind and standing water. Adapt care to the plant and pot rather than treating partial shade as one condition for every species.
Choosing plants and planters together?
Start with the position, available space and light. Explore our space styling service for help planning your arrangement.
Explore space stylingHalf sun plant questions
Can a half sun plant live in a windowless room?
A partial shade or shade-tolerant label does not mean a plant can live without suitable light. Assess daylight or appropriate grow lighting at its position. Direct sun for part of the day is also different from an indoor spot with no direct sun.
Do plants in partial shade need less water?
Light alone does not determine watering. Plant type, potting mix, container, airflow and season affect how quickly moisture is used. Check the potting mix, then water according to the needs of the plant.
Will flowering plants bloom all year in partial shade?
Not necessarily. Flowering depends on species, season and light, among other conditions. The Flowering filter identifies plants grown for flowers; it does not promise flowers on delivery or all year.
Is the planter shown included?
Check the product description and selected option for what is included. Confirm the plant height and planter dimensions before adding to your cart.
What should I check before delivery?
Review the delivery policy and ensure the plant and planter can pass through your entrance, lift and access route. For a large plant or a site with difficult access, contact us before ordering.