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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

Hearts And Flowers (Aptenia Cordifolia) — commonly known as Hearts and Flowers

Hearts And Flowers

Aptenia Cordifolia

Full · Zones 9–11

Heavenly Blue Bluebeard (Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Heavenly Blue') — is a compact deciduous shrub reaching 2-3 feet in height and width

Heavenly Blue Bluebeard

Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Heavenly Blue'

Full · Zones 5–9

Hedgehog Agave (Agave Stricta) — The Hedgehog Agave (Agave stricta) is a compact succulent ideal for xeriscapes

Hedgehog Agave

Agave Stricta

Full · Zones 8–10

Heidi Yarrow (Achillea 'Heidi') — Achillea 'Heidi', known as Heidi Yarrow, is a hardy perennial offering summer-long blooms

Heidi Yarrow

Achillea 'Heidi'

Full · Zones 2–10

Helene Von Stein Big Lamb's Ear (Stachys Byzantina 'Helene Von Stein') — The Helene von Stein Big Lamb's Ear (Stachys byzantina 'Helene von Stein') is a robust

Helene Von Stein Big Lamb's Ear

Stachys Byzantina 'Helene Von Stein'

Full · Zones 3–9

Hen And Chickens (Sempervivum Tectorum) — with the 'hen' being the central

Hen And Chickens

Sempervivum Tectorum

Full · Zones 8–9

Hens And Chicks (Echeveria 'Violet Queen') — a stunning rosette-forming succulent

Hens And Chicks

Echeveria 'Violet Queen'

Full · Zones 9–11

Herrenhausen Purple Oregano (Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen') — is a perennial herb boasting aromatic foliage and striking purple-pink blooms

Herrenhausen Purple Oregano

Origanum laevigatum 'Herrenhausen'

Full · Zones 5–9

Heuchera Coral Bells (Heuchera 'Gotham') — a striking Coral Bells cultivar

Heuchera Coral Bells

Heuchera 'Gotham'

Half · Zones 3–10

Hidcote English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote') — The Hidcote English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote') is a compact evergreen shrub

Hidcote English Lavender

Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote'

Full · Zones 9–11

Hidcote Pink Penstemon (Penstemon 'Hidcote Pink') — The Penstemon 'Hidcote Pink', a striking perennial, showcases tubular pink blooms atop slender, 2-3 foot

Hidcote Pink Penstemon

Penstemon 'Hidcote Pink'

Full · Zones 7–9

Hidcote Superior English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote Giant') — commonly known as the Hidcote Superior English Lavender

Hidcote Superior English Lavender

Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote Giant'

Full · Zones 5–10

High Plateau Coconut Palm (Beccariophoenix Alfredii) — Grows to 40ft, with a 20ft spread

High Plateau Coconut Palm

Beccariophoenix Alfredii

Full · Zones 9–11

Himalayan Butterfly Bush (Buddleja crispa) — featuring silvery foliage and felted leaves

Himalayan Butterfly Bush

Buddleja crispa

Full · Zones 5–10

Himalayan Sweet Box (Sarcococca hookeriana var. humilis) — Its glossy, dark green leaves and blackberries provide year-round interest

Himalayan Sweet Box

Sarcococca hookeriana var. humilis

Deep Shade · Zones 6–10

Hinahina, White Heliotrope (Heliotropium Anomalum Argenteum) — or White Heliotrope (Heliotropium anomalum argenteum)

Hinahina, White Heliotrope

Heliotropium Anomalum Argenteum

Full · Zones 11–11

Hoaryleaf Ceanothus (Ceanothus Crassifolius) — The Hoaryleaf Ceanothus (Ceanothus crassifolius) is an evergreen shrub native to California's coastal ranges

Hoaryleaf Ceanothus

Ceanothus Crassifolius

Full · Zones 8–10

Hoary Skullcap (Scutellaria Incana) — The Hoary Skullcap (Scutellaria incana) is a perennial native to North America, thriving in USDA zones 4-8

Hoary Skullcap

Scutellaria Incana

Full · Zones 4–9

Holly Grape (Mahonia Lomariifolia) — is an evergreen shrub known for its striking

Holly Grape

Mahonia Lomariifolia

Half · Zones 8–8

Hollyleaf Cherry (Prunus Ilicifolia Ssp. Ilicifolia) — The Hollyleaf Cherry, Prunus ilicifolia ssp

Hollyleaf Cherry

Prunus Ilicifolia Ssp. Ilicifolia

Full · Zones 8–10

Hollyleaf Redberry (Rhamnus Ilicifolia) — Hollyleaf Redberry (Rhamnus ilicifolia) is an evergreen shrub native to California, thriving in U.S

Hollyleaf Redberry

Rhamnus Ilicifolia

Full · Zones 7–10

Holly Oak (Quercus Ilex) — A versatile choice for both formal and informal landscapes

Holly Oak

Quercus Ilex

Full · Zones 8–10

Holly's White Penstemon (Penstemon 'Holly's White') — boasts trumpet-shaped white blooms with a hint of pale pink

Holly's White Penstemon

Penstemon 'Holly's White'

Full · Zones 7–9

Hollywood Twisted Juniper (Juniperus Chinensis 'Kaizuka') — The Hollywood Twisted Juniper (Juniperus chinensis 'Kaizuka')

Hollywood Twisted Juniper

Juniperus Chinensis 'Kaizuka'

Full · Zones 5–10