For the most part, it is sunny. There are trees in the courtyard area, and shrubs in front of our patio. And, it's not that windy, other than this last week, it has been. I'd rather grow some flowers that I can repot, and maybe ones I can keep thru the winter. I love tulips and roses. I was driving around last week, and I noticed in some of the historical district, people have these pink shrubs.. not sure if I can pot those or not? I have also thought of planting some basil.