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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

Peruvian Scilla (Scilla Peruviana) — commonly referred to as the Peruvian Scilla or Portuguese Squill

Bulb

Peruvian Scilla

Scilla Peruviana

FullUSDA 8–10
Peruvian Verbena (Verbena Peruviana 'Purple Sand') — This sun-loving perennial showcases vibrant purple blooms amid dark green foliage from spring to fall

Ground cover

Peruvian Verbena

Verbena Peruviana 'Purple Sand'

FullUSDA 3–10
Petite Dwarf Olive (Olea Europaea 'Petite Olive') — is a compact evergreen suited for small spaces and containers

Shrub

Petite Dwarf Olive

Olea Europaea 'Petite Olive'

FullUSDA 8–10
Petite Salmon Oleander (Nerium 'Petite Salmon') — typically reaching a modest height of 4 to 6 feet with a similar spread

Shrub

Petite Salmon Oleander

Nerium 'Petite Salmon'

FullUSDA 9–11
Pfitzer Juniper (Juniperus X 'Pfitzeriana') — These needles display a rich; it's ideal for rockeries and foundation plantings

Conifer

Pfitzer Juniper

Juniperus X 'Pfitzeriana'

FullUSDA 4–9
Pigeon Plum (Coccoloba Diversifolia) — and parts of Central America

Tree

Pigeon Plum

Coccoloba Diversifolia

FullUSDA 10–11
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata Var. Oblonga) — to ensure healthy growth and maintain its vibrant foliage color.<br><br>Being a low-maintenance plant

Succulent

Pig's Ear

Cotyledon Orbiculata Var. Oblonga

FullUSDA 9–10
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata) — Pair it with other succulents, gravel mulches, and rocks for an authentic desert garden aesthetic

Succulent

Pig's Ear

Cotyledon Orbiculata

FullUSDA 9–10
Pig's Ear (Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash') — coral blooms on tall stalks in the summer

Succulent

Pig's Ear

Cotyledon Orbiculata 'Whitewash'

FullUSDA 9–10
Pincushion Cactus (Mammillaria Tetrancistra) — which encircle the cactus crown; water moderately, allowing the soil to dry between watering, image 68

Cactus

Pincushion Cactus

Mammillaria Tetrancistra

FullUSDA 9–10
Pincushion Hakea (Hakea Laurina) — Attracts pollinators, and provides unique visual interest year-round; but under optimal conditions

Shrub

Pincushion Hakea

Hakea Laurina

FullUSDA 9–11
Pineapple Express Mangave (Mangave 'Pineapple Express') — 'Mangave 'Pineapple Express,' a superb succulent hybrid

Succulent

Pineapple Express Mangave

Mangave 'Pineapple Express'

FullUSDA 8–10
Pineapple Guava (Feijoa sellowiana) — commonly called Pineapple Guava

Shrub

Pineapple Guava

Feijoa sellowiana

FullUSDA 10–11
Pineapple Guava (Feijoa Sellowiana) — It features silvery-green leaves and spring blooms with edible, crimson petals; glossy green with silvery, image 62

Shrub

Pineapple Guava

Feijoa Sellowiana

FullUSDA 10–11
Pineleaf Beardtongue (Penstemon Pinifolius) — Pineleaf Beardtongue typically attains 8 to 12 inches

Perennial

Pineleaf Beardtongue

Penstemon Pinifolius

FullUSDA 5–9
Pinemat Manzanita (Arctostaphylos Nevadensis) — it retains its foliage throughout the year; urn-shaped white to pale pink flowers, image 99

Broadleaf Evergreen

Pinemat Manzanita

Arctostaphylos Nevadensis

FullUSDA 3–10
Pine Muhly (Muhlenbergia Dubia) — Pine Muhly (Muhlenbergia dubia) is a finely textured

Grass

Pine Muhly

Muhlenbergia Dubia

FullUSDA 6–10
Pineneedle Milkweed (Asclepias Linaria) — Standing at an average height of 2 to 4 feet

Succulent

Pineneedle Milkweed

Asclepias Linaria

FullUSDA 8–11
Pink Abelia (Abelia X Grandiflora) — oval leaves that transition from a vivid green to bronze in the autumn; trumpet-shaped flowers with a long, image 64

Shrub

Pink Abelia

Abelia X Grandiflora

FullUSDA 5–10
Pink Breath Of Heaven (Coleonema Pulchellum) — needle-like foliage and profuse; measuring about 0.25 to 0.5 inches long

Shrub

Pink Breath Of Heaven

Coleonema Pulchellum

FullUSDA 8–10
Pink California Poppy (Eschscholzia Californica `Rose Chiffon') — commonly called Pink California Poppy

Perennial

Pink California Poppy

Eschscholzia Californica `Rose Chiffon'

FullUSDA 9–10
Pink Chintz Thyme (Thymus 'Pink Chintz') — and as a lawn alternative

Ground cover

Pink Chintz Thyme

Thymus 'Pink Chintz'

FullUSDA 5–8
Pink Coral Rockrose (Cistus X Skanbergii) — Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, it's drought-tolerant once established

Ground cover

Pink Coral Rockrose

Cistus X Skanbergii

FullUSDA 8–10
Pink Dawn Chitalpa (Chitalpa X Tashkentensis 'Pink Dawn') — ensuring the best flowering and form.<br><br>With a moderate to fast growth rate

Tree

Pink Dawn Chitalpa

Chitalpa X Tashkentensis 'Pink Dawn'

FullUSDA 8–11

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