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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

Featherhead (Phylica Pubescens) — Phylica pubescens, commonly dubbed Featherhead, is a charming evergreen shrub standing about 3-5 feet tall

Featherhead

Phylica Pubescens

Full · Zones 9–10

Feathertop Grass (Pennisetum Villosum) — Feathertop Grass (Pennisetum villosum) is an ornamental

Feathertop Grass

Pennisetum Villosum

Full · Zones 5–10

Feathery Cassia Or Senna (Senna Artemisioides) — The Feathery Cassia (Senna artemisioides)

Feathery Cassia Or Senna

Senna Artemisioides

Full · Zones 8–11

Felt Plant Or Bush, Velvetleaf (Kalanchoe Beharensis) — commonly called Felt Plant or Velvet Leaf

Felt Plant Or Bush, Velvetleaf

Kalanchoe Beharensis

Full · Zones 10–10

Fence Aloe (Aloe Tenuior) — The Fence Aloe (Aloe tenuior) is a slender, branching species reaching heights up to 3 feet

Fence Aloe

Aloe Tenuior

Full · Zones 9–11

Fern Asparagus (Asparagus Setaceus) — commonly known as Fern Asparagus

Fern Asparagus

Asparagus Setaceus

Full · Zones 9–11

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

Fernbush

Chamaebatiaria Millefolium

Full · Zones 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

Ferner Osten Dwarf Maiden Grass

Miscanthus Sinensis 'Ferner Osten'

Full · Zones 4–9

Fernleaf Acacia (Acacia Baileyana) — The Fernleaf Acacia (Acacia baileyana) is an evergreen tree native to Australia

Fernleaf Acacia

Acacia Baileyana

Full · Zones 8–11

Fernleaf Catalina Ironwood (Lyonothamnus Floribundus Asplenifolius) — The Fernleaf Catalina Ironwood (Lyonothamnus floribundus asplenifolius) is a distinctive

Fernleaf Catalina Ironwood

Lyonothamnus Floribundus Asplenifolius

Full · Zones 9–10

Fernleaf Lavender (Lavandula Multifida) — This Mediterranean native thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, reaching up to 24 inches tall and wide

Fernleaf Lavender

Lavandula Multifida

Full · Zones 5–9

Fern-leaved Beggarticks (Bidens Ferulifolia) — This perennial native to North America is drought-tolerant

Fern-leaved Beggarticks

Bidens Ferulifolia

Full · Zones 9–10

Fern Pine (Podocarpus Gracilior) — The Fern Pine, or Podocarpus gracilior, is an evergreen with graceful, feathery foliage

Fern Pine

Podocarpus Gracilior

Full · Zones 9–10

Festival Bush (Ceratopetalum Gummiferum) — commonly known as the Festival Bush or NSW Chris™as Bush

Festival Bush

Ceratopetalum Gummiferum

Full · Zones 9–10

Festival Star Baby's Breath (Gypsophila Paniculata 'Festival Star') — Festival Star Baby's Breath (Gypsophila paniculata 'Festival Star') is a compact perennial

Festival Star Baby's Breath

Gypsophila Paniculata 'Festival Star'

Full · Zones 3–10

Fever Tree (Acacia Xanthophloea) — The Fever Tree (Acacia xanthophloea) stands out with its striking

Fever Tree

Acacia Xanthophloea

Full · Zones 8–11

Fiber Thread Agave, Thread-Leaf Aga (Agave Filifera) — Each leaf is adorned with decorative white threads

Fiber Thread Agave, Thread-Leaf Aga

Agave Filifera

Full · Zones 8–10

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

Filoli Coast Redwood

Sequoia Sempervirens 'Filoli'

Full · Zones 8–10

Firebird Coneflower (Echinacea 'Firebird') — spiky gold-brown central cone

Firebird Coneflower

Echinacea 'Firebird'

Full · Zones 3–9

Firecracker Flower (Crossandra Infundibuliformis) — its glossy foliage and continuous blooms add exotic appeal to warm climate landscapes

Firecracker Flower

Crossandra Infundibuliformis

Full · Zones 10–11

Firecracker Penstemon (Penstemon Eatonii) — it adds a striking vertical element and a burst of color to rock gardens and desert-inspired landscapes

Firecracker Penstemon

Penstemon Eatonii

Full · Zones 6–11

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

Firecracker Snapdragon

Gambelia Speciosa 'Firecracker'

Full · Zones 8–10

Fire Sticks (Euphorbia Tirucalli 'Flame') — Euphorbia tirucalli 'Flame' or Fire Sticks is a striking

Fire Sticks

Euphorbia Tirucalli 'Flame'

Full · Zones 8–10

Firethorn (Pyracantha Koidzumii 'Victory') — Pyracantha koidzumii 'Victory' (Firethorn) is an evergreen shrub

Firethorn

Pyracantha Koidzumii 'Victory'

Full · Zones 8–8