Not every garden spot is bathed in full sun, and that's no problem. There are countless beautiful garden plants that grow well in partial shade . Partially shaded spots, where the sun only shines for part of the day or where there is filtered light, offer the perfect environment for plants that like balance. At The plant Farmer you will find a wide range of partial shade plants that provide color, texture and life in every garden.

Why choose semi-shade plants?

Plants for partial shade are ideal for places under trees, along walls or in gardens with limited sunlight. They provide a natural and calming look and offer a beautiful transition between sunny and shady areas in your garden.

Benefits of partial shade plants:

• Versatility: Suitable for borders, pots and flower beds.

• Longer flowering: Less direct sunlight means flowers and leaves retain their freshness for longer.

• Various options: From flowering plants to ornamental grasses and ground covers.

• Cool look: Perfect for creating a relaxed and green atmosphere.

Popular garden plants for partial shade

Hosta (Hartlily)

• Characteristics: Large, decorative leaves in shades of green, blue and yellow.

• Application: Perfect for borders and shady corners.

• Special feature: Winter hardy and requires little maintenance.

Astilbe (Plume Spiraea)

• Characteristics: Airy plumes in pink, white or red.

• Application: Ideal for damp places in partial shade.

• Special feature: Long flowering and attractive to butterflies.

Fern (Dryopteris filix-mas)

• Features: Fresh green leaves that provide a tropical appearance.

• Application: Perfect for shady borders and under trees.

• Special feature: Low maintenance and winter hardy.

Bergenia (Shoemaker's Plant)

• Characteristics: Evergreen plant with large leaves and pink flowers in spring.

• Application: Suitable as ground cover or border plant.

• Special feature: Very winter hardy and drought tolerant.

Hydrangea (Hydrangea)

• Characteristics: Large flower clusters in blue, pink or white.

• Application: Perfect for borders and as an eye-catcher.

• Special feature: Blooms profusely in partial shade.

Dicentra spectabilis (Broken heart)

• Features: Heart-shaped flowers in pink or white on graceful arches.

• Application: Ideal for cottage gardens and woodland gardens.

• Special feature: Blooms in spring and attracts butterflies.

Heuchera (Purple Bells)

• Characteristics: Decorative foliage in red, purple or green with small flowers in summer.

• Application: Beautiful in pots or as an edging plant.

• Special feature: Evergreen and easy to maintain.

Digitalis (Foxglove)

• Features: Towering flowers in shades of purple, white or pink.

• Application: Perfect for borders and shade gardens.

• Special feature: Self-sowing and attractive to bees.

Euphorbia (Spidermilk)

• Features: Uniquely shaped flowers in shades of green.

• Application: Good for rock gardens and dry shady areas.

• Special feature: Drought tolerant and easy to maintain.

Campanula (Bellflower)

• Features: Bell-shaped flowers in blue, purple or white.

• Application: Ideal for borders or in pots.

• Special feature: Long flowering and suitable for shady gardens.

Plants for borders, pots and flowerbeds in partial shade

Borders: Combine hostas, astilbe and ferns for a layered, lush border with varying heights.

Pots: Heuchera and campanula provide a stylish and colourful appearance on shady terraces.

Beds: Fill shady beds with hydrangeas, digitalis and bergenia for a colorful result.

Tips for a flowering semi-shade garden

Choose plants that complement each other : Combine foliage plants like hostas with flowering varieties like astilbe for variety in color and texture.

Keep soil moist: Many partial shade plants like moist, well-drained soil. Add compost to improve soil quality.

Provide enough space: Shade plants can grow wide. Consider the final size of the plant.

Groundcovers: Use groundcovers such as vinca minor to fill in bare spots in the shade.

Prune after flowering: Plants such as hydrangeas will flower longer if you remove faded flowers.

Why buy semi-shade plants from The plant Farmer?

At The plant Farmer you will find a wide range of semi-shade plants that will bring life and colour to every corner of your garden. Our plants are top quality, direct from the grower, and are carefully selected to ensure the best growing results.

Turn shady spots into beautiful gardens with flowering plants that love partial shade. Order today from The plant Farmer and bring your garden to life!