Flowers that do well in shade include a variety of annuals, perennials, shrubs, and groundcovers that thrive with little direct sunlight. Here are some of the best options:

Annuals and Perennials for Shade

• Begonias : Known for bold leaves and flowers, great for containers and shade beds

• Impatiens (including SunPatiens) : Thrive in shade and partial sun, offering colorful blooms

• Primrose (Primula vulgaris) : Performs well in full to partial shade with bright flowers

• Pansies and Violas : Flower well in shade, especially in cooler months

• Flowering Tobacco (Nicotiana) : Grows well in partial or dappled shade with fragrant blooms

• Alyssum, Calendula, Cleome, Browallia : Shade-tolerant annuals suitable for shade gardens

• Astilbe : Easy to grow in deep shade, with feathery flower plumes

• Hellebores : Prefer deep shade and bloom in winter or early spring

Shrubs and Groundcovers for Shade

• Hydrangea macrophylla : Produces large, colorful flower heads in shade

• Camellia japonica : Evergreen shrub with showy winter flowers

• Australian Native Violet (Viola hederacea) : Groundcover with small violet-like flowers

• Guinea Flower and Hibbertia scandens : Native groundcovers with yellow flowers

• Lilly Pilly (Acmena smithii, Syzygium cultivars) : Evergreen hedge with white flowers and colorful berries

• Gardenia and Murraya : Fragrant white-flowered shrubs for shade

Trees and Climbers for Shade

• Cercis (Redbud) : Produces mauve flowers in late winter to early spring, tolerates shade under trees

• Magnolia and Crepe Myrtle : Some varieties tolerate shade and provide seasonal flowers

• Ivy : Classic shade-loving climber

• Star Jasmine : Scented climber suitable for shade

These plants are well-suited to shady garden spots, whether full shade or partial shade, and can brighten up areas where sunlight is limited