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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

Bevan's Variety Geranium (Geranium Macrorrhizum 'Bevan's Variety') — making it suitable for rock gardens

Ground cover

Bevan's Variety Geranium

Geranium Macrorrhizum 'Bevan's Variety'

FullUSDA 4–8
Beverly Sills Bearded Iris (Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills') — Resilient perennials, they flourish in zones 3-9 and reach 30-36 inches in height

Perennial

Beverly Sills Bearded Iris

Iris germanica 'Beverly Sills'

FullUSDA 7–9
Beyond Midnight® Bluebeard (Caryopteris x clandonensis) — Caryopteris x clandonensis Beyond Midnight® is a compact deciduous shrub with dark

Beyond Midnight® Bluebeard

Caryopteris x clandonensis

Full
Big Basin Sagebrush (Artemisia Tridentata) — allowing for an expansive

Shrub

Big Basin Sagebrush

Artemisia Tridentata

FullUSDA 4–10
Big Bend Yucca (Yucca Rostrata) — showcasing clusters of pendent

Shrub

Big Bend Yucca

Yucca Rostrata

FullUSDA 5–11
Big Berry Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Glauca) — a blue-green hue with a glaucous or waxy finish

Shrub

Big Berry Manzanita

Arctostaphylos Glauca

FullUSDA 9–10
Big Blue Sea Holly (Eryngium X Zabelii 'Big Blue') — steel-blue flowers and spiny

Perennial

Big Blue Sea Holly

Eryngium X Zabelii 'Big Blue'

FullUSDA 2–9
Big Bluestem (Andropogon Gerardii) — named for their resemblance to a bird's foot; green and red flowers in the garden, image 67

Grass

Big Bluestem

Andropogon Gerardii

FullUSDA 4–9
Big Bluestem (Andropogon 'Indian Warrior') — commonly known as Turkey Foot

Grass

Big Bluestem

Andropogon 'Indian Warrior'

FullUSDA 3–9
Big Cone Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga Macrocarpa) — This robust tree reaches up to 90 feet tall with a spread of 20 feet

Conifer

Big Cone Douglas Fir

Pseudotsuga Macrocarpa

FullUSDA 3–10
Big Kahuna Coneflower (Echinacea 'Big Kahuna') — orange blooms with a cone-like brown center

Perennial

Big Kahuna Coneflower

Echinacea 'Big Kahuna'

FullUSDA 3–9
Bigleaf Crown Beard (Verbesina Dissita) — The Bigleaf Crown Beard (Verbesina dissita) is a striking perennial, thriving in USDA zones 8-11

Perennial

Bigleaf Crown Beard

Verbesina Dissita

FullUSDA 9–10
Big Nellie Hakea (Hakea Archaeoides) — red clusters of flowers in winter and spring

Shrub

Big Nellie Hakea

Hakea Archaeoides

FullUSDA 9–11
'Big Sky' Perennial Salvia (Salvia hybrid) — This Proven Winners® selection grows 28-32 inches tall and wide

'Big Sky' Perennial Salvia

Salvia hybrid

Full
Bigtooth Maple (Acer Grandidentatum) — making it suited to a variety of temperate climates.<br><br>A moderate grower

Tree

Bigtooth Maple

Acer Grandidentatum

FullUSDA 3–10
Biokovo Geranium (Geranium X Cantabrigiense 'Biokovo') — is a perennial groundcover featuring fragrant

Ground cover

Biokovo Geranium

Geranium X Cantabrigiense 'Biokovo'

FullUSDA 9–10
Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Reginae) — considering its eventual spread; consistent moisture will promote lush foliage and more vibrant blooms

Shrub

Bird Of Paradise

Strelitzia Reginae

FullUSDA 9–10
Bird's Foot Fern (Pellaea Mucronata) — is a captivating choice for both its aesthetic appeal and durability

Fern

Bird's Foot Fern

Pellaea Mucronata

Deep ShadeUSDA 5–9
Bird's Nest Sansevieria (Sansevieria Trifasciata 'Hahnii') — it thrives in partial to full shade and requires minimal water; is a robust and compact succulent

Perennial

Bird's Nest Sansevieria

Sansevieria Trifasciata 'Hahnii'

FullUSDA 8–10
Bishops Cranesbill (Erodium Reichardii 'Bishop's Form') — Erodium reichardii 'Bishop's Form' is a charming dwarf perennial

Perennial

Bishops Cranesbill

Erodium Reichardii 'Bishop's Form'

FullUSDA 9–10
Bishop's Hat (Epimedium 'Niveum') — which appear in abundance from mid to late spring

Ground cover

Bishop's Hat

Epimedium 'Niveum'

HalfUSDA 4–8
Bismarck Palm (Bismarckia Nobilis) — is a stunning statement piece with its silver-blue fronds; it thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, image 85

Palm

Bismarck Palm

Bismarckia Nobilis

FullUSDA 9–10
Bitter Aloe, Red Aloe (Aloe Ferox) — Additionally, its architectural form can be employed as a focal point or used for dramatic group plantings, image 69

Succulent

Bitter Aloe, Red Aloe

Aloe Ferox

FullUSDA 9–9
Bitterbush (Purshia Mexicana) — Its deep roots enhance drought tolerance, making it an excellent choice for water-efficient landscapes; adapted to, image 48

Shrub

Bitterbush

Purshia Mexicana

FullUSDA 4–10

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