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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

Lindheimer's Muhly (Muhlenbergia Lindheimeri) — Lindheimer's Muhly (Muhlenbergia lindheimeri) is a perennial grass native to Texas

Grass

Lindheimer's Muhly

Muhlenbergia Lindheimeri

FullUSDA 7–10
Linear Leaved Goldenbush (Ericameria Linearifolia) — Recognizable by its narrow

Shrub

Linear Leaved Goldenbush

Ericameria Linearifolia

FullUSDA 9–11
Lion's Tail (Leonotis Leonurus) — this plant provides a textural backdrop for other garden flora

Shrub

Lion's Tail

Leonotis Leonurus

FullUSDA 9–11
Lipstick Coral Bells (Heuchera 'Lipstick') — is a vibrant perennial featuring eye-catching cherry-red blossoms atop robust

Perennial

Lipstick Coral Bells

Heuchera 'Lipstick'

HalfUSDA 3–10
Lipstick Spreading Sage (Salvia Darcyi) — perennial / shrub for full

Perennial

Lipstick Spreading Sage

Salvia Darcyi

FullUSDA 8–10
Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium Scoparium) — although it prefers well-drained soils; the Little Bluestem, Schizachyrium scoparium, is a North, image 52

Grass

Little Bluestem

Schizachyrium Scoparium

FullUSDA 4–9
Little Gem Evergreen Candytuft (Iberis Sempervirens 'Little Gem') — is a compact perennial with a lush mound of glossy

Ground cover

Little Gem Evergreen Candytuft

Iberis Sempervirens 'Little Gem'

FullUSDA 3–10
Little Ghost Gum (Eucalyptus Victrix) — is a captivating Australian native

Broadleaf Evergreen

Little Ghost Gum

Eucalyptus Victrix

FullUSDA 9–10
Little Kurrajong (Brachychiton Bidwilli) — this Australian native thrives in well-drained soil and full to partial sun exposure

Tree

Little Kurrajong

Brachychiton Bidwilli

FullUSDA 8–11
Little-Leaf Cordia (Cordia Parvifolia) — dark green leaves and white

Shrub

Little-Leaf Cordia

Cordia Parvifolia

FullUSDA 8–11
Little Spire Russian Sage (Perovskia 'Little Spire') — make it ideal for small spaces and borders where a touch of vibrant color and texture is desired

Shrub

Little Spire Russian Sage

Perovskia 'Little Spire'

FullUSDA 2–11
Little Sur Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Edmundsii) — It is an excellent choice for coastal settings and tolerant of salty sea air

Ground cover

Little Sur Manzanita

Arctostaphylos Edmundsii

FullUSDA 11–11
Lo & Behold Ruby Chip® Butterfly Bush (Buddleia x) — Its mounded deciduous habit reaches about 30-32 inches tall and wide

Lo & Behold Ruby Chip® Butterfly Bush

Buddleia x

Full
Lodgepole Pine (Pinus Contorta) — this coniferous evergreen boasts a narrow canopy that spreads from 10 to 20 feet wide

Tree

Lodgepole Pine

Pinus Contorta

FullUSDA 7–10
Lomandra (Lomandra Longifolia) — grass / perennial with yellow blooms; though these inflorescences are not the main attraction, image 91

Grass

Lomandra

Lomandra Longifolia

FullUSDA 8–9
London Plane Tree (Platanus X Hispanica) — Ideal for creating a striking focal point or natural privacy screen; making it a staple in urban, image 77

Tree

London Plane Tree

Platanus X Hispanica

FullUSDA 7–10
Long John Grevillea (Grevillea 'Long John') — botanical name Grevillea 'Long John'

Shrub

Long John Grevillea

Grevillea 'Long John'

FullUSDA 8–10
Long Spined Barrel Cactus (Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus) — This robust cactus matures into a cylindrical shape, standing up to 10 feet tall and 2 feet in

Cactus

Long Spined Barrel Cactus

Ferocactus Emoryi Ssp. Rectispinus

FullUSDA 10–11
Loquat (Eriobotrya Japonica) — offering both aesthetic appeal and edible fruit; often compared to a mixture of peach

Tree

Loquat

Eriobotrya Japonica

FullUSDA 8–10
Louis Edmunds Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Bakeri 'Louis Edmunds') — Arctostaphylos bakeri 'Louis Edmunds' is an evergreen shrub

Shrub

Louis Edmunds Manzanita

Arctostaphylos Bakeri 'Louis Edmunds'

FullUSDA 7–10
Love And Wishes Sage (Salvia 'Love And Wishes') — Salvia 'Love and Wishes' is a perennial boasting deep purple flowers held by burgundy calyxes

Perennial

Love And Wishes Sage

Salvia 'Love And Wishes'

FullUSDA 9–10
Love-In-A-Mist (Nigella Damascena) — Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil

Annual

Love-In-A-Mist

Nigella Damascena

FullUSDA 3–10
Lucifer Crocosmia (Crocosmia 'Lucifer') — Crocosmia 'Lucifer' showcases fiery red; this perennial thrives in zones 5-9, reaching 3-4 feet in height and spread

Bulb

Lucifer Crocosmia

Crocosmia 'Lucifer'

FullUSDA 5–9
Lucky White Lantana (Lantana 'Lucky White') — It thrives in full sun, reaching up to 18 inches in height and spreading 24 inches wide

Ground cover

Lucky White Lantana

Lantana 'Lucky White'

FullUSDA 9–11

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