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title: "Hi, I have a porch that does get decent sun on one side but the other…"
description: "Hi, I have a porch that does get decent sun on one side but the other side is primarily shaded. I am looking to expand my potted garden onto that side of the…"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/CQDcNKuFT2eBWinfsTKHmQ/khG6dN0JT7mpESj5h8Qr9g"
community: "Gardening and Outdoor"
author: "Bri B."
published: "2024-06-15T16:52:52.54483Z"
language: "en"
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# Hi, I have a porch that does get decent sun on one side but the other…

_Posted by Bri B. on 2024-06-15_

Hi, I have a porch that does get decent sun on one side but the other side is primarily shaded. I am looking to expand my potted garden onto that side of the porch, but I need suggestions for plants that do well in primary shaded areas. (Photo is not the best since we have a doggie proof area because one gets bored and digs)

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## 2 comments

### Kate commented on 2024-06-15

Vinca, bluebells, hellebores, and hostas do fairly well in shadier areas. I also really like astilbe and columbine.

### April commented on 2024-06-15

Impatiens love shade too (just not the SunPatiens hybrid)

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