What does full sun and part shade mean?

Whether you’re shopping for annuals, perennials or shrubs, light levels are important. Have you ever asked yourself while standing at the garden centers or at our local nursery center, what do the terms full sun, part sun, part shade and full shade really mean? Sunlight is the most essential element for all plants need to live.

Basic Light Level Definitions
• Full sun – 6 or more hours of direct sun per day
• Part sun – 4 to 6 hours of direct sun per day, including some afternoon sun
• Part shade – 4 to 6 hours of direct sun per day, mostly before midday
• Full shade – less than 4 hours of direct sun per day  Notice zero hours of direct sun—that would be dense shade which is the darkest of all light levels where few plants can survive. Full shade loving plants enjoy a few hours of sun each day, preferably in the morning.

This information is always on the plant labels with all other information you need about the plant.

We are always here to help with any questions you may have. Please give us a call. Valley View Landscaping 262-483-2673.