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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

Moroccan Blue Palm (Chamaerops Humilis 'Cerifera') — The Moroccan Blue Palm or Chamaerops humilis 'Cerifera' is a drought-tolerant

Palm

Moroccan Blue Palm

Chamaerops Humilis 'Cerifera'

FullUSDA 8–11
Moroccan Daisy (Pyrethropsis Hosmariense) — Pyrethropsis hosmariense, or Moroccan Daisy, is an evergreen perennial thriving in zones 9-11

Perennial

Moroccan Daisy

Pyrethropsis Hosmariense

FullUSDA 8–10
Moroccan Mound (Euphorbia Resinifera) — Its four-sided, spine-adorned stems form dense, segmented mounds; sharp spines that can be around 0.25, image 48

Succulent

Moroccan Mound

Euphorbia Resinifera

FullUSDA 9–11
Mosquito Grass (Bouteloua Gracilis) — showcasing its adaptability to a variety of climates

Grass

Mosquito Grass

Bouteloua Gracilis

FullUSDA 3–10
Moss Verbena (Verbena Tenuisecta) — Ideal for rock gardens, borders, or as a colorful blanket over sunny slopes

Perennial

Moss Verbena

Verbena Tenuisecta

FullUSDA 8–10
Mother Of Hundreds (Mammillaria Compressa) — it offers a low-maintenance option for arid-themed landscapes; this perennial plant boasts a low, image 96

Cactus

Mother Of Hundreds

Mammillaria Compressa

FullUSDA 9–10
Mother Of Thyme (Thymus Serpyllum) — Ideal for rock gardens and as a lawn substitute, it offers year-round interest and attracts pollinators, image 93

Ground cover

Mother Of Thyme

Thymus Serpyllum

FullUSDA 4–8
Mother-Of-Thyme, Creeping Thyme (Thymus Praecox Arcticus) — Its tiny, oval leaves and vibrant purple flowers thrive in full sun

Ground cover

Mother-Of-Thyme, Creeping Thyme

Thymus Praecox Arcticus

FullUSDA 5–10
Mountain Aloe (Aloe Marlothii) — Growing to a height of approximately 6 to 10 feet with a spread of nearly 5 to 8 feet; its grand stature is, image 83

Succulent

Mountain Aloe

Aloe Marlothii

FullUSDA 8–10
Mountain Cabbage Tree (Cussonia Paniculata V. Sinuata) — The Mountain Cabbage Tree, Cussonia paniculata v

Tree

Mountain Cabbage Tree

Cussonia Paniculata V. Sinuata

FullUSDA 9–11
Mountain Flax (Phormium Cookianum) — Its architectural form and richly textured foliage add a touch of exotic sophistication to landscape designs

Perennial

Mountain Flax

Phormium Cookianum

FullUSDA 8–10
Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax (Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo') — Maintenance is minimal; removing old or damaged leaves and spent flower spikes keeps the

Perennial

Mountain Flax, New Zealand Flax

Phormium Cookianum 'Flamingo'

FullUSDA 9–10
Mountain Grevillea (Grevillea Alpina 'Mt. Dandenong') — Dandenong' is an attractive Australian native shrub, flourishing to about 3-5 feet in height and spread

Shrub

Mountain Grevillea

Grevillea Alpina 'Mt. Dandenong'

FullUSDA 8–10
Mountain Mahogany (Cercocarpus Betuloides) — well-suited for landscape designs aiming to incorporate elements of natural beauty and local flora; with leathery

Shrub

Mountain Mahogany

Cercocarpus Betuloides

FullUSDA 5–10
Mountain Pennyroyal (Monardella Odoratissima) — making it a perfect candidate for xeriscaping

Perennial

Mountain Pennyroyal

Monardella Odoratissima

FullUSDA 6–10
Mountain Yucca (Yucca Schottii) — The stalk is adorned with a captivating display of creamy white

Shrub

Mountain Yucca

Yucca Schottii

FullUSDA 6–11
Mt Atlas Pistache (Pistacia Atlantica) — is a hardy deciduous tree reaching heights of 25-30 feet with an equal or greater spread

Tree

Mt Atlas Pistache

Pistacia Atlantica

FullUSDA 9–10
Mt. Elgon Aloe (Aloe Elgonica) — scientifically referred to as Aloe elgonica

Succulent

Mt. Elgon Aloe

Aloe Elgonica

FullUSDA 9–11
Mueller's Fescue (Festuca Muelleri) — Mueller's Fescue (Festuca muelleri) is a hardy ornamental grass featuring fine

Grass

Mueller's Fescue

Festuca Muelleri

FullUSDA 4–10
Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — Mugwort (Artemisia douglasiana) is a resilient perennial herb flourishing in U.S

Perennial

Mugwort

Artemisia Douglasiana

FullUSDA 3–9
Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow (Baccharis Salicifolia) — This plant prefers full sun; commonly known as Mule-Fat

Shrub

Mule-Fat, Water-Wally, Water Willow

Baccharis Salicifolia

FullUSDA 9–10
Mule Palm (Butiagrus Nabonnandii) — With a cold hardiness to about 14°F

Palm

Mule Palm

Butiagrus Nabonnandii

FullUSDA 10–10
Mulga (Acacia Aneura) — distinguished for its ability to thrive in dry conditions with low annual rainfall

Tree

Mulga

Acacia Aneura

FullUSDA 8–11
Mullein (Verbascum 'Dark Eyes') — Mullein 'Dark Eyes' (Verbascum) is a striking biennial

Perennial

Mullein

Verbascum 'Dark Eyes'

FullUSDA 5–9

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