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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

Featherhead (Phylica Pubescens) — Though tolerant of coastal conditions, it requires protection from harsh frost

Shrub

Featherhead

Phylica Pubescens

FullUSDA 9–10
Feathertop Grass (Pennisetum Villosum) — is an eye-catching ornamental grass widely appreciated for its fuzzy

Grass

Feathertop Grass

Pennisetum Villosum

FullUSDA 5–10
Feathery Cassia Or Senna (Senna Artemisioides) — shrub for full or half

Shrub

Feathery Cassia Or Senna

Senna Artemisioides

FullUSDA 8–11
Felt Plant Or Bush, Velvetleaf (Kalanchoe Beharensis) — giving it a velvety texture; this slow-growing succulent prefers full sun to partial shade, image 69

Succulent

Felt Plant Or Bush, Velvetleaf

Kalanchoe Beharensis

FullUSDA 10–10
Fence Aloe (Aloe Tenuior) — is an incredibly versatile and attractive plant

Succulent

Fence Aloe

Aloe Tenuior

FullUSDA 9–11
Fern Asparagus (Asparagus Setaceus) — consider its delicate texture; so caution should be exercised if pets or small children are present in the garden space

Fern

Fern Asparagus

Asparagus Setaceus

FullUSDA 9–11
Fernbush (Chamaebatiaria Millefolium) — a hardy deciduous shrub growing 3-6 ft tall

Shrub

Fernbush

Chamaebatiaria Millefolium

FullUSDA 4–11
Ferner Osten Dwarf Maiden Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Ferner Osten') — This compact variety reaches 3-4 feet tall and 2-3 feet wide, showcasing narrow, arching

Grass

Ferner Osten Dwarf Maiden Grass

Miscanthus Sinensis 'Ferner Osten'

FullUSDA 4–9
Fernleaf Acacia (Acacia Baileyana) — is a captivating specimen renowned for its distinctive silver-blue

Tree

Fernleaf Acacia

Acacia Baileyana

FullUSDA 8–11
Fernleaf Catalina Ironwood (Lyonothamnus Floribundus Asplenifolius) — Growing to a height of 20-40 feet with a 15-20 feet spread, it thrives in full sun to

Tree

Fernleaf Catalina Ironwood

Lyonothamnus Floribundus Asplenifolius

FullUSDA 9–10
Fernleaf Lavender (Lavandula Multifida) — is a distinctive variety within the Lavandula genus prized for its dissected and lacy; beyond its aesthetic

Herb

Fernleaf Lavender

Lavandula Multifida

FullUSDA 5–9
Fern-leaved Beggarticks (Bidens Ferulifolia) — presenting a cheerful aspect amidst its fine; flourishing in full sun with bright yellow, image 90

Perennial

Fern-leaved Beggarticks

Bidens Ferulifolia

FullUSDA 9–10
Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — or as a stately specimen plant; is a versatile and attractive evergreen that lends a touch of grace and tropical elegance to

Conifer

Fern Pine

Podocarpus Gracilior

FullUSDA 9–10
Festival Bush (Ceratopetalum Gummiferum) — is an evergreen Australian native that captivates with star-shaped

Shrub

Festival Bush

Ceratopetalum Gummiferum

FullUSDA 9–10
Festival Star Baby's Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata 'Festival Star') — reaching 18-24 inches in height and spread

Perennial

Festival Star Baby's Breath

Gypsophila Paniculata 'Festival Star'

FullUSDA 3–10
Fever Tree (Acacia Xanthophloea) — this semi-deciduous species commands a presence in any garden landscape

Tree

Fever Tree

Acacia Xanthophloea

FullUSDA 8–11
Fiber Thread Agave, Thread-Leaf Aga (Agave Filifera) — is a distinctive and eye-catching succulent that\'s native to central Mexico; drought-tolerant once

Succulent

Fiber Thread Agave, Thread-Leaf Aga

Agave Filifera

FullUSDA 8–10
Filoli Coast Redwood (Sequoia Sempervirens 'Filoli') — is an iconic evergreen conifer renowned for its majestic stature

Conifer

Filoli Coast Redwood

Sequoia Sempervirens 'Filoli'

FullUSDA 8–10
Firebird Coneflower (Echinacea 'Firebird') — spiky gold-brown central cone

Perennial

Firebird Coneflower

Echinacea 'Firebird'

FullUSDA 3–9
Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — Originating from South India and Sri Lanka

Shrub

Firecracker Flower

Crossandra Infundibuliformis

FullUSDA 10–11
Firecracker Penstemon (Penstemon Eatonii) — providing vibrant color when many other perennials are not yet at their peak.<br><br>For landscaping, image 38

Perennial

Firecracker Penstemon

Penstemon Eatonii

FullUSDA 6–11
Firecracker Snapdragon (Gambelia Speciosa 'Firecracker') — is a vibrant perennial shrub reaching 3-4 feet high and 3-4 feet wide

Ground cover

Firecracker Snapdragon

Gambelia Speciosa 'Firecracker'

FullUSDA 8–10
Fire Sticks (Euphorbia Tirucalli 'Flame') — Adds bold color contrast to arid landscapes

Succulent

Fire Sticks

Euphorbia Tirucalli 'Flame'

FullUSDA 8–10
Firethorn (Pyracantha Crenatoserrata) — clusters of small white flowers in late spring

Shrub

Firethorn

Pyracantha Crenatoserrata

FullUSDA 5–10

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