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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

Anthony Waterer Pink Spirea (Spiraea Japonica 'Anthony Waterer') — It showcases eye-catching clusters of tiny

Shrub

Anthony Waterer Pink Spirea

Spiraea Japonica 'Anthony Waterer'

FullUSDA 3–10
Apache Plume (Fallugia Paradoxa) — adding a soft contrast to the shrub's finely textured

Shrub

Apache Plume

Fallugia Paradoxa

FullUSDA 4–9
Apricot Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua) — which enables it to fit snugly within mixed borders or serve as an eye-catching focal point, image 95

Shrub

Apricot Mallow

Sphaeralcea Ambigua

FullUSDA 7–11
Arabian Aloe (Aloe Rubroviolacea) — consider its low water requirements and its full mature size

Succulent

Arabian Aloe

Aloe Rubroviolacea

FullUSDA 9–11
Arcadia Juniper (Juniperus Sabina 'Arcadia') — carpet-like spread of rich green foliage

Conifer

Arcadia Juniper

Juniperus Sabina 'Arcadia'

FullUSDA 3–10
Arctotis Daisy, African Daisy (Arctotis Grandis 'Blue Eyed Daisy') — Arctotis grandis 'Blue Eyed Daisy,' commonly known as African Daisy

Ground cover

Arctotis Daisy, African Daisy

Arctotis Grandis 'Blue Eyed Daisy'

FullUSDA 8–10
Argentine Saguaro (Echinopsis Terscheckii) — cactus for full

Cactus

Argentine Saguaro

Echinopsis Terscheckii

FullUSDA 9–10
Arizona Agave (Agave Arizonica) — sun-drenched slopes of the Arizona-Sonora border in the United States; blue-green leaves with prominent spines along the

Shrub

Arizona Agave

Agave Arizonica

FullUSDA 9–11
Arizona Cypress (Cupressus Arizonica) — tree for full

Tree

Arizona Cypress

Cupressus Arizonica

FullUSDA 5–11
Arizona Cypress Blue Ice (Cupressus Arizonica 'Blue Ice') — This drought-tolerant specimen excels in full sun and well-drained soil, offering year-round color

Conifer

Arizona Cypress Blue Ice

Cupressus Arizonica 'Blue Ice'

FullUSDA 4–11
Arizona Poppy (Kallstroemia Grandiflora) — yellow flowers in the garden

Annual

Arizona Poppy

Kallstroemia Grandiflora

FullUSDA 9–10
Arizona Rosewood (Vauquelinia Californica) — The Arizona Rosewood (Vauquelinia californica) is an evergreen shrub with a dense

Shrub

Arizona Rosewood

Vauquelinia Californica

FullUSDA 6–11
Arizona Velvet Mesquite (Prosopis Velutina) — which can reach over 30 feet wide

Tree

Arizona Velvet Mesquite

Prosopis Velutina

FullUSDA 9–10
Aromatic Aster (Symphyotrichum Oblongifolium) — making it suitable for a wide range of climatic conditions

Perennial

Aromatic Aster

Symphyotrichum Oblongifolium

FullUSDA 3–8
Arp Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Arp') — evergreen culinary herb prized for its fragrant

Herb

Arp Rosemary

Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Arp'

FullUSDA 7–9
Arrowleaf Balsamroot. (Balsamorhiza Sagittata) — the Arrowleaf Balsamroot is a veritable magnet for bees and butterflies; arrowleaf Balsamroot, image 82

Perennial

Arrowleaf Balsamroot.

Balsamorhiza Sagittata

FullUSDA 9–10
Arrowwood Viburnum (Viburnum Dentatum) — scientifically known as Viburnum dentatum; shrub for full or half

Shrub

Arrowwood Viburnum

Viburnum Dentatum

FullUSDA 2–8
Ashe Juniper (Juniperus Ashei) — It typically grows 10-30 feet tall with a spread of 10-15 feet, boasting a dense, conical form

Conifer

Ashe Juniper

Juniperus Ashei

FullUSDA 4–11
Ashyleaf Buckwheat (Eriogonum Cinereum) — Adaptable to various soils

Ground cover

Ashyleaf Buckwheat

Eriogonum Cinereum

FullUSDA 7–10
Asian Pear (Pyrus Pyrifolia) — It is relatively hardy but benefits from regular watering

Tree

Asian Pear

Pyrus Pyrifolia

FullUSDA 4–8
Atlas Fescue (Festuca mairei) — This low-maintenance perennial thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to dry conditions

Grass

Atlas Fescue

Festuca mairei

FullUSDA 4–9
Australian Astroturf (Scleranthus Biflorus) — This plant thrives with minimal water

Ground cover

Australian Astroturf

Scleranthus Biflorus

HalfUSDA 8–10
Australian Bluebell Creeper (Sollya Heterophylla) — scientifically known as Sollya heterophylla

Ground cover

Australian Bluebell Creeper

Sollya Heterophylla

FullUSDA 9–11
Australian Coral Tree (Erythrina X Sykesii) — tree with red blooms

Tree

Australian Coral Tree

Erythrina X Sykesii

FullUSDA 10–10

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