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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

Golden Glory Wood Spurge (Euphorbia 'Golden Glory') — a robust evergreen perennial

Perennial

Golden Glory Wood Spurge

Euphorbia 'Golden Glory'

FullUSDA 6–10
Golden Groundsel (Packera Aurea) — yellow flowers in the garden; thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8

Perennial

Golden Groundsel

Packera Aurea

FullUSDA 3–8
Golden Locust (Robinia Pseudoacacia 'Frisia') — commonly known as the Golden Locust

Tree

Golden Locust

Robinia Pseudoacacia 'Frisia'

FullUSDA 3–10
Golden Marguerite (Anthemis Tinctoria) — Drought tolerance and minimal maintenance make it a practical choice for vibrant, hassle-free landscapes

Perennial

Golden Marguerite

Anthemis Tinctoria

FullUSDA 3–9
Golden Privet (Ligustrum Ovalifolium 'Aureum') — evergreen shrub with oval

Shrub

Golden Privet

Ligustrum Ovalifolium 'Aureum'

FullUSDA 5–8
Golden Rain Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Golden Rain') — Rosmarinus officinalis 'Golden Rain' is a striking evergreen shrub adorned with golden-flecked

Herb

Golden Rain Rosemary

Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Golden Rain'

FullUSDA 7–9
Goldenrain Tree (Koelreuteria Paniculata) — Celebrated for its mid-summer blooms of vibrant yellow clusters

Tree

Goldenrain Tree

Koelreuteria Paniculata

FullUSDA 6–10
Goldenrod Gold Dwarf (Solidago 'Golden Fleece') — This cultivar is a must-have for any garden

Perennial

Goldenrod Gold Dwarf

Solidago 'Golden Fleece'

FullUSDA 4–9
Golden Spurge (Euphorbia Mauritanica) — It's admired for its pencil-like; its light requirements ensure it flourishes and produces the vibrant yellow

Cactus

Golden Spurge

Euphorbia Mauritanica

FullUSDA 11–11
Golden Star (Chrysogonum Virginianum) — with a spread of 18 to 24 inches

Ground cover

Golden Star

Chrysogonum Virginianum

HalfUSDA 5–9
Golden Sword Yucca (Yucca Filamentosa 'Golden Sword') — Golden Sword Yucca (Yucca filamentosa 'Golden Sword') brightens gardens with its striking, sword-shaped

Shrub

Golden Sword Yucca

Yucca Filamentosa 'Golden Sword'

FullUSDA 5–10
Golden Toothed Aloe (Aloe X Nobilis) — This hybrid species is notable for its mid-green

Ground cover

Golden Toothed Aloe

Aloe X Nobilis

FullUSDA 9–11
Golden Torch Cactus (Echinopsis Spachianus) — These blossoms can be up to 7 inches long and 4 inches in diameter

Cactus

Golden Torch Cactus

Echinopsis Spachianus

FullUSDA 9–10
Golden Trumpet Tree (Tabebuia Chrysotricha) — The Golden Trumpet Tree (Tabebuia chrysotricha) is a striking

Tree

Golden Trumpet Tree

Tabebuia Chrysotricha

FullUSDA 10–11
Golden Wattle (Acacia Longifolia) — slender phyllodes (leaf-like structures) that measure around 4 to 8 inches in length; prefers well-drained soil, image 80

Shrub

Golden Wattle

Acacia Longifolia

FullUSDA 9–11
Golden Weeping Willow (Salix Alba 'Tristis') — offering an aura of tranquility and distinguished beauty

Tree

Golden Weeping Willow

Salix Alba 'Tristis'

FullUSDA 3–10
Golden Wonder (Senna Splendida) — providing a commanding presence within garden designs

Shrub

Golden Wonder

Senna Splendida

FullUSDA 8–11
Golden-Yarrow (Eriophyllum Confertiflorum) — It's an ideal choice for rock gardens

Perennial

Golden-Yarrow

Eriophyllum Confertiflorum

FullUSDA 5–5
Gold Flame Spirea (Spiraea Japonica 'Goldflame') — In summer, clusters of deep pink flowers bloom, attracting pollinators

Shrub

Gold Flame Spirea

Spiraea Japonica 'Goldflame'

FullUSDA 3–10
Gold Medallion Tree (Cassia Leptophylla) — presenting a striking display of golden blossoms that truly live up to its name

Tree

Gold Medallion Tree

Cassia Leptophylla

FullUSDA 9–10
Goldmoss Sedum (Sedum Acre) — with a fleshy texture and a bright green hue that adds an eye-catching element to the landscape; adding a burst of color to your

Ground cover

Goldmoss Sedum

Sedum Acre

FullUSDA 4–9
Goldmound Spirea (Spiraea Japonica 'Goldmound') — This compact shrub reaches 2-3 feet in height and width

Shrub

Goldmound Spirea

Spiraea Japonica 'Goldmound'

FullUSDA 4–8
Gold Swirl Cactus (Opuntia Microdasys 'Monstrosa') — showcases a unique distorted growth pattern

Cactus

Gold Swirl Cactus

Opuntia Microdasys 'Monstrosa'

FullUSDA 9–10
Gollum Jade (Crassula Ovata 'Gollum') — Thriving in zones 9-11, it requires minimal water, making it ideal for water-wise gardens

Shrub

Gollum Jade

Crassula Ovata 'Gollum'

FullUSDA 9–11

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