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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

Common Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Manzanita) — including bees and hummingbirds

Shrub

Common Manzanita

Arctostaphylos Manzanita

FullUSDA 7–10
Common Myrtle (Myrtus Communis) — From mid-summer to early fall; forming an upright shrub that typically reaches 5 to 6 feet in height and spread, image 98

Shrub

Common Myrtle

Myrtus Communis

FullUSDA 7–11
Common Ninebark (Physocarpus Opulifolius) — massed for a dramatic effect; or integrated into mixed borders for both its aesthetic and ecological benefits

Shrub

Common Ninebark

Physocarpus Opulifolius

FullUSDA 3–7
Common Purple Lilac (Syringa Vulgaris) — When designing a landscape

Shrub

Common Purple Lilac

Syringa Vulgaris

FullUSDA 4–10
Common Rush (Juncus Effusus V. Brunneus) — brunneus) is an ornamental perennial grass-like plant

Perennial

Common Rush

Juncus Effusus V. Brunneus

FullUSDA 8–10
Common Thyme (Thymus Vulgaris) — evergreen herb with aromatic; common Thyme forms a low-growing mat reaching typically around 6 to 12 inches in height

Ground cover

Common Thyme

Thymus Vulgaris

FullUSDA 5–9
Common White Lilac (Syringa Vulgaris 'Alba') — commonly known as the Common White Lilac

Shrub

Common White Lilac

Syringa Vulgaris 'Alba'

FullUSDA 4–10
Common Woolly Sunflower (Eriophyllum Lanatum) — Its leaves are lance-shaped

Perennial

Common Woolly Sunflower

Eriophyllum Lanatum

FullUSDA 5–5
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — and its practical applications in an eco-conscious garden space

Perennial

Common Wormwood, Absinth

Artemisia Absinthium

FullUSDA 3–9
Common Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium) — This plant thrives in hardiness zones 3 through 9, demonstrating its tolerance for a wide range of climates

Ground cover

Common Yarrow

Achillea Millefolium

FullUSDA 3–10
Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — scientifically known as Phlomis lanata; drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, it's an excellent choice for xeriscaping

Shrub

Compact Yellow Phlomis

Phlomis Lanata

FullUSDA 8–10
Compass Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Cylindraceus) — with a diameter of 18 to 30 inches; requires full sun and well-draining soil, image 87

Cactus

Compass Barrel Cactus

Ferocactus Cylindraceus

Deep ShadeUSDA 9–10
Cooper's Paperflower (Psilostrophe Cooperi) — it is highly low-maintenance

Perennial

Cooper's Paperflower

Psilostrophe Cooperi

FullUSDA 8–11
Copper Leaf (Acalypha Monostachya) — Ideal for warm climate gardens

Ground cover

Copper Leaf

Acalypha Monostachya

FullUSDA 8–11
Copper Spoons (Kalanchoe Orgyalis) — spoon-shaped leaves that transition from silvery to rusty copper as they mature

Perennial

Copper Spoons

Kalanchoe Orgyalis

FullUSDA 10–11
Coppertina (Physocarpus Opulifolius 'Mindia') — mature to a rich red in summer

Shrub

Coppertina

Physocarpus Opulifolius 'Mindia'

FullUSDA 3–8
Copthorne Pelargonium (Pelargonium 'Copthorne') — velvety red-purple blooms that create a vivid display against its deep green

Perennial

Copthorne Pelargonium

Pelargonium 'Copthorne'

FullUSDA 9–10
Coral Aloe (Aloe Striata Ssp. Karasbergensis) — this aloe is well-suited for rock gardens

Succulent

Coral Aloe

Aloe Striata Ssp. Karasbergensis

FullUSDA 9–11
Coral Aloe (Aloe Striata) — These blooms are a magnet for hummingbirds and bees, adding a dynamic aspect to the landscape

Succulent

Coral Aloe

Aloe Striata

FullUSDA 9–11
Coral Bells (Heuchera Species) — are a splendid addition to any landscape design

Perennial

Coral Bells

Heuchera Species

HalfUSDA 4–10
Coral Drift Rose (Rosa 'Coral Drift') — which flourish from spring to frost

Ground cover

Coral Drift Rose

Rosa 'Coral Drift'

FullUSDA 4–11
Coral Gum (Eucalyptus Torquata) — Prefers full sun and well-drained soils

Tree

Coral Gum

Eucalyptus Torquata

FullUSDA 9–9
'Coraljade' Stonecrop (Sedum hybrid) — The Sedum hybrid 'Coraljade' is an upright Proven Winners® stonecrop with rich green succulent leaves

'Coraljade' Stonecrop

Sedum hybrid

Full
Coral Reef Double Coneflower (Echinacea 'Coral Reef') — This showy cone-shaped bloom has a central cone with an orange hue

Perennial

Coral Reef Double Coneflower

Echinacea 'Coral Reef'

FullUSDA 3–9

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