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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

Red Bird Of Paradise (Caesalpinia Pulcherrima) — the Red Bird of Paradise requires well-drained soil and moderate watering; multi-colored and, image 49

Shrub

Red Bird Of Paradise

Caesalpinia Pulcherrima

FullUSDA 8–11
Redbirds In A Tree (Scrophularia Macrantha) — it requires well-drained soil

Perennial

Redbirds In A Tree

Scrophularia Macrantha

HalfUSDA 5–10
Red-Capped Gum (Eucalyptus Erythrocorys) — Bright red bud caps give the tree its name

Tree

Red-Capped Gum

Eucalyptus Erythrocorys

FullUSDA 9–10
Red Cedar (Juniperus Virginiana) — making it a versatile choice for diversified settings; contributing to the ecosystem-friendly aspect of the

Conifer

Red Cedar

Juniperus Virginiana

FullUSDA 4–11
Red Creeping Thyme (Thymus Praecox 'Coccineus') — Red Creeping Thyme (Thymus praecox 'Coccineus') is a dense ground cover with aromatic, evergreen foliage

Ground cover

Red Creeping Thyme

Thymus Praecox 'Coccineus'

FullUSDA 5–10
Red Diervilla (Diervilla sp.) — Proven Winners - Kodiak® Red - Diervilla sp

Red Diervilla

Diervilla sp.

Deep Shade
Red-Edged Dracaena (Dracaena Marginata) — removing indoor pollutants and improving air quality.<br><br>When designing a space; tolerant to, image 68

Tree

Red-Edged Dracaena

Dracaena Marginata

HalfUSDA 10–11
Red Edge Echeveria (Echeveria Subrigida) — each tipped with vibrant crimson margins

Succulent

Red Edge Echeveria

Echeveria Subrigida

FullUSDA 9–11
Red Emu (Eremophila Glabra) — Red Emu Bush thrives best in full sun but can tolerate partial shade

Shrub

Red Emu

Eremophila Glabra

FullUSDA 9–11
Red Escallonia (Escallonia Rubra) — attracting a symphony of pollinators including bees and butterflies

Shrub

Red Escallonia

Escallonia Rubra

HalfUSDA 8–10
Red Firecracker Plant (Russelia X 'St. Elmo's Fire'‚Ñ¢) — USDA Hardiness Zones: 9-11

Shrub

Red Firecracker Plant

Russelia X 'St. Elmo's Fire'‚Ñ¢

FullUSDA 8–11
Red Flowering Currant (Ribes 'Pulborough Scarlet') — is a deciduous shrub reaching 5-6 ft tall

Shrub

Red Flowering Currant

Ribes 'Pulborough Scarlet'

HalfUSDA 7–10
Red Flowering Currant (Ribes Sanguineum) — reaching a height of 6-10 feet and a spread of 4-6 feet

Shrub

Red Flowering Currant

Ribes Sanguineum

HalfUSDA 7–10
Red-Flowering Gum (Corymbia Ficifolia) — though young trees will benefit from regular watering during prolonged dry spells

Tree

Red-Flowering Gum

Corymbia Ficifolia

FullUSDA 9–10
Red Hooks Grevillea (Grevillea 'Red Hooks') — Grevillea 'Red Hooks' is an evergreen shrub

Shrub

Red Hooks Grevillea

Grevillea 'Red Hooks'

FullUSDA 9–10
Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia Uvaria) — commonly known as the Red Hot Poker

Perennial

Red Hot Poker

Kniphofia Uvaria

FullUSDA 5–10
Red-Hot-Poker, Torch Lily (Kniphofia Thompsoni) — Drought-resistant once established

Perennial

Red-Hot-Poker, Torch Lily

Kniphofia Thompsoni

FullUSDA 5–9
Red Ironbark (Eucalyptus Sideroxylon 'Rosea') — As a key element in landscape design; making it an excellent choice as a shade or specimen

Tree

Red Ironbark

Eucalyptus Sideroxylon 'Rosea'

FullUSDA 9–11
Red Mallow (Pavonia Missionum) — Red Mallow (Pavonia missionum) is a vibrant, herbaceous perennial that thrives in full sun to partial shade

Shrub

Red Mallow

Pavonia Missionum

FullUSDA 7–11
Red Maple (Acer Rubrum) — tree for full or half

Tree

Red Maple

Acer Rubrum

FullUSDA 3–10
Red Mexican Lobelia (Lobelia Laxiflora) — This lobelia species typically reaches 2 to 3 feet in height; predominantly red with yellowish interior, image 55

Perennial

Red Mexican Lobelia

Lobelia Laxiflora

FullUSDA 8–11
Red Mistletoe Cactus (Pseudorhipsalis Ramulosa) — The cactus thrives in partial shade and requires minimal watering, making it ideal for hanging baskets

Succulent

Red Mistletoe Cactus

Pseudorhipsalis Ramulosa

HalfUSDA 10–11
Red Monkey Flower (Mimulus Puniceus) — Mimulus puniceus grows best in full sun to partial shade conditions and prefers well-draining soils

Perennial

Red Monkey Flower

Mimulus Puniceus

FullUSDA 9–10
Red Pencil Tree (Euphorbia tirucalli) — This hardy and easy-to-care-for plant is characterized by its upright

Succulent

Red Pencil Tree

Euphorbia tirucalli

FullUSDA 9–10

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