How do I filter plants by specific characteristics?
Filter the plant library by hardiness zone, sun and water needs, size, and bloom time to quickly find the right plants for your site and landscape design.
The Plant Library filter enables you to narrow down thousands of plants by specifying requirements like sunlight, water needs, and size, rather than manually scrolling through all options.
Steps to filter plants
- Access the filter - Open the Plant panel (click the Plant icon)
- Open filter menu - Click the filter icon (funnel) next to the search bar
- Select your criteria:
- Hardiness Zone (auto-set by location, adjustable)
- Sun Requirements (full sun, partial shade, full shade)
- Water Needs (low, moderate, high)
- Plant Height (minimum/maximum range)
- Plant Width (minimum/maximum range)
- Bloom Time (by flowering season)
- Plant Function (bloom, foliage, texture)
- Additional characteristics
- Apply filters - Click Apply or updates occur automatically as selections are made
- Browse results - View the narrowed plant options
Important notes
Data Limitations: Filters only apply to plants that have data for the selected characteristic. Plants lacking specific database values may still appear in filtered results.
Clearing Filters: Remove all filters by clicking "Clear all filters" or deselect individual options.
Troubleshooting
If you cannot locate an expected plant, active filters may be hiding it. For example, filtering for "Full Sun" will exclude shade-loving plants from results. Reset filters to view the complete plant catalog.
Pro tip
Filters work consistently across all views — search results, plant types, combinations, and collections — allowing precise narrowing of any plant list.
How do I search for specific plants?
Search the plant library by common or scientific name, even partial names, to find exactly the plant you want and add it straight to your landscape design.
How do I view plant details?
View complete plant details including mature size, hardiness zones, sun and water needs, bloom season, and local retailers to make informed design decisions.