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Grains: plants for full sun

These plants want 6 or more hours of direct sun a day: the brightest beds, south-facing borders and open plots.

10 plants

Grains

Barley

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water

Barley is a cereal grain that has been cultivated for thousands of years. It is characterized by its elongated, slender stalks and…

Buckwheat

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water

Buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum) is a fast-growing, annual flowering plant primarily cultivated for its seeds, which are used as a…

Corn

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water

Corn, or maize, is a tall annual grass that is widely cultivated for its large, edible kernels. It is an essential staple crop in many…

Millet

  • Full sun
  • Low water

Millet is a group of small-seeded grasses, belonging to the family Poaceae, that are cultivated primarily as food crops. Known for their…

Oats

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–10

Oats are a species of cereal grain that belong to the genus Avena. They are primarily cultivated for their seeds, which are commonly used…

Quinoa

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water

Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) is an annual flowering plant in the amaranth family, known primarily for its edible seeds, which are often…

Rice

  • Full sun
  • High water

Rice is a cereal grain that is one of the most widely consumed staple foods in the world. It is typically grown in flooded fields (paddy…

Rye

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

Rye is a cereal grain that is part of the wheat tribe (Triticeae). It is grown extensively as a grain for both human consumption and…

Sorghum

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water

Sorghum, scientifically known as Sorghum bicolor, is a versatile and drought-resistant cereal grain that belongs to the grass family…

Wheat

  • Full sun
  • Moderate water

Wheat is a cereal grain that belongs to the grass family. The plant is cultivated worldwide and is one of the most important staple foods…