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Drought-tolerant plants

Low- and very-low-water plants for dry gardens, Mediterranean climates, and water-wise design.

2,235 plants

Drought-tolerant plants in the database

Brandywine Viburnum (Viburnum Nudum 'Brandywine') — Spring blooms give way to berries transitioning from green to vivid pink and blue

Shrub

Brandywine Viburnum

Viburnum Nudum 'Brandywine'

FullUSDA 5–9
Brasil Cactus (Opuntia Brasiliensis) — Vivid yellow blooms appear in late spring to summer, followed by edible, purple fruits; with individual, image 74

Cactus

Brasil Cactus

Opuntia Brasiliensis

FullUSDA 9–10
Bravado Coneflower (Echinacea 'Bravado') — radiant rosy-pink blooms with a prominent

Perennial

Bravado Coneflower

Echinacea 'Bravado'

FullUSDA 3–9
Brazilian Fern Tree (Schizolobium Parahyba) — Native to Brazil and parts of Central America

Tree

Brazilian Fern Tree

Schizolobium Parahyba

FullUSDA 8–11
Brazilian Pepper Tree (Schinus Terebinthifolius) — Prefers full sun and adaptable to various soils; always consult local guidelines before incorporating this

Tree

Brazilian Pepper Tree

Schinus Terebinthifolius

FullUSDA 8–10
Breakers Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Breakers') — The 'Breakers' Bearded Iris is a captivating perennial with ruffled, sky-blue petals and plush beards

Perennial

Breakers Bearded Iris

Iris germanica 'Breakers'

FullUSDA 3–9
Brewer Saltbush (Atriplex Lentiformis Breweri) — thriving in coastal and inland regions

Shrub

Brewer Saltbush

Atriplex Lentiformis Breweri

FullUSDA 8–8
Brickellbush. (Brickellia Californica) — consider placing Brickellbush in an area that receives full to partial sun

Shrub

Brickellbush.

Brickellia Californica

FullUSDA 9–10
Bridal Crown Daffodil (Narcissus 'Bridal Crown') — The Narcissus 'Bridal Crown' dazzles with clusters of creamy white blooms that exude a captivating fragrance

Bulb

Bridal Crown Daffodil

Narcissus 'Bridal Crown'

FullUSDA 3–10
Bridal Wreath Spirea (Spiraea Arguta) — This plant serves as an ideal choice for mixed borders

Shrub

Bridal Wreath Spirea

Spiraea Arguta

FullUSDA 3–8
Bright Edge Yucca (Yucca Filamentosa 'Bright Edge') — The Yucca filamentosa 'Bright Edge' is an evergreen perennial with striking sword-like leaves

Shrub

Bright Edge Yucca

Yucca Filamentosa 'Bright Edge'

FullUSDA 5–10
'Bright Idea' Stonecrop (Sedum hybrid) — The Sedum hybrid 'Bright Idea' is a compact perennial with red stems

'Bright Idea' Stonecrop

Sedum hybrid

Full
Brilliant Stonecrop (Sedum Spectabile 'Brilliant') — reaching up to 18 inches in height with an equal spread

Ground cover

Brilliant Stonecrop

Sedum Spectabile 'Brilliant'

FullUSDA 2–10
Brisbane Box (Lophostemon Confertus) — white flowers in the garden; this adaptability makes it a prime choice for avenues, image 82

Tree

Brisbane Box

Lophostemon Confertus

FullUSDA 9–10
Bristlecone Pine (Pinus Longaeva) — with needles that can persist for 40 years

Conifer

Bristlecone Pine

Pinus Longaeva

FullUSDA 4–7
Bristlecone Pine (Pinus Aristata) — remember that it thrives under full sun exposure and needs plenty of space to develop its unique form; and a sense of

Conifer

Bristlecone Pine

Pinus Aristata

FullUSDA 3–7
Broadleaf Beardtongue (Penstemon Strictus) — The plant's tolerance for rocky and loamy soils

Perennial

Broadleaf Beardtongue

Penstemon Strictus

FullUSDA 4–9
Broad-Leaved Cockspur Hawthorn (Crataegus Persimilis 'Prunifolia') — maturing at about 25 feet tall and 25 feet wide

Shrub

Broad-Leaved Cockspur Hawthorn

Crataegus Persimilis 'Prunifolia'

FullUSDA 6–7
Brodie Eastern Red Juniper (Juniperus Virginiana 'Brodie') — Brodie Eastern Red Cedar (Juniperus virginiana 'Brodie') is a columnar conifer

Conifer

Brodie Eastern Red Juniper

Juniperus Virginiana 'Brodie'

FullUSDA 6–9
Broom Sedge (Andropogon Virginicus) — Andropogon virginicus, commonly known as Broom Sedge, is a warm-season perennial grass native to North America

Grass

Broom Sedge

Andropogon Virginicus

FullUSDA 5–9
'Brush Strokes' Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium) — topped by tan plumes from late summer onward

'Brush Strokes' Little Bluestem

Schizachyrium scoparium

Full
Buck Brush (Ceanothus Cuneatus) — consider its full sun exposure and well-drained soil preferences

Ground cover

Buck Brush

Ceanothus Cuneatus

FullUSDA 8–11
Buckbrush Ceanothus (Ceanothus Velutinus) — Buckbrush typically reaches 4 to 8 feet in height with a spread of 5 to 10 feet, thriving in USDA zones 4-8

Ground cover

Buckbrush Ceanothus

Ceanothus Velutinus

FullUSDA 6–8
Buckhorn Cholla (Cylindropuntia Acanthocarpa) — shrub / tree for full or half

Shrub

Buckhorn Cholla

Cylindropuntia Acanthocarpa

FullUSDA 9–10

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