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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

Silver Torch (Cleistocactus Strausii) — where it can bask in the natural light for at least 6 hours per day.<br><br>Growing at a moderate pace; this cactus

Cactus

Silver Torch

Cleistocactus Strausii

FullUSDA 9–11
Silver Tree (Leucadendron Argenteum) — yellow flowers in the garden; hardy to USDA zones 10 and 11, image 90

Tree

Silver Tree

Leucadendron Argenteum

FullUSDA 9–10
Silver Wattle (Acacia Dealbata) — making it an excellent specimen or screening plant

Tree

Silver Wattle

Acacia Dealbata

FullUSDA 8–10
Silver Wormwood (Artemisia Ludoviana) — Sporting a network of stems that can reach up to 3 feet in height

Shrub

Silver Wormwood

Artemisia Ludoviana

FullUSDA 3–3
Silver Wormwood (Artemisia Arborescens) — ensuring it can become a prominent feature in the garden arrangement

Shrub

Silver Wormwood

Artemisia Arborescens

FullUSDA 9–11
Silvery Lupine (Lupinus Argenteus) — annual for full; and a haven for beneficial wildlife, image 75

Annual

Silvery Lupine

Lupinus Argenteus

FullUSDA 3–10
Sineless Caper Bush (Capparis Spinosa V. Inermis) — is a noteworthy addition to any warm-climate landscape design; offering both aesthetic appeal, image 66

Ground cover

Sineless Caper Bush

Capparis Spinosa V. Inermis

FullUSDA 9–10
Singleleaf Pinyon Pine (Pinus Monophyla) — highly regarded for its adaptability and the distinctively flavorful nuts it produces

Conifer

Singleleaf Pinyon Pine

Pinus Monophyla

FullUSDA 5–10
Sioux Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia X 'Sioux') — deciduous shrub or small tree

Shrub

Sioux Crape Myrtle

Lagerstroemia X 'Sioux'

FullUSDA 7–10
Sisal (Agave Sisalana) — producing a spectacularly tall flower stalk that can reach up to 20 feet

Shrub

Sisal

Agave Sisalana

FullUSDA 9–11
Sitka Spruce (Picea Sitchensis) — signifying a robust addition to any grand design

Conifer

Sitka Spruce

Picea Sitchensis

FullUSDA 6–9
Skunkbush Sumac (Rhus trilobata) — Desert Sumac (Rhus triolobata), a hardy, deciduous shrub, thrives in arid landscapes

Shrub

Skunkbush Sumac

Rhus trilobata

FullUSDA 3–9
Sky Flower, Sky Vine (Thunbergia Grandiflora) — This fast-growing perennial can reach towering heights of up to 20 feet given the proper support, image 88

Vine

Sky Flower, Sky Vine

Thunbergia Grandiflora

FullUSDA 8–11
Skylark Mountain Lilac (Ceanothus Thyrsiflorus 'Skylark') — commonly known as Skylark Mountain Lilac

Ground cover

Skylark Mountain Lilac

Ceanothus Thyrsiflorus 'Skylark'

FullUSDA 7–10
Slash Pine (Pinus Elliotii) — making it suitable for landscapes that experience such climates

Conifer

Slash Pine

Pinus Elliotii

FullUSDA 4–7
Slender Hairgrass (Deschampsia Elongata) — This species flourishes in USDA zones 4-9, preferring partial shade and moist soil conditions

Grass

Slender Hairgrass

Deschampsia Elongata

FullUSDA 3–10
Slender Honey-Myrtle (Melaleuca Gibbosa) — rounded habit provides year-round interest

Shrub

Slender Honey-Myrtle

Melaleuca Gibbosa

FullUSDA 9–10
Slipper Flower, Pouch Flower (Calceolaria Herbeohybrida Group) — the Calceolaria prefers a cool climate and thrives in partial shade; this herbaceous perennial

Annual

Slipper Flower, Pouch Flower

Calceolaria Herbeohybrida Group

Deep ShadeUSDA 9–9
Slipper Plant (Pedilanthus Macrocarpus) — reaching heights of up to 3 to 5 feet with an equivalent spread; succulent for full or half, image 66

Succulent

Slipper Plant

Pedilanthus Macrocarpus

FullUSDA 9–11
Slowmound Pine (Pinus Mugo 'Slowmound') — ensures low maintenance and consistent texture in the landscape

Conifer

Slowmound Pine

Pinus Mugo 'Slowmound'

FullUSDA 4–10
Small Flower Tamarisk (Tamarix Parviflora) — creating a light and airy canopy.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 7 through 9

Shrub

Small Flower Tamarisk

Tamarix Parviflora

FullUSDA 3–9
Small Leafed Rose (Rosa Minutifolia) — sharp thorns up to 1 inch long

Shrub

Small Leafed Rose

Rosa Minutifolia

FullUSDA 9–10
Small Leafed Westringia (Westringia Brevifolia) — It features dense, gray-green foliage and small, white to light mauve flowers emerging mainly in spring

Shrub

Small Leafed Westringia

Westringia Brevifolia

FullUSDA 9–10
Smartweed, Knotweed (Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon') — The leaves unfurl to a size of approximately 4 to 5 inches long; this variety is prized for its

Perennial

Smartweed, Knotweed

Persicaria Microcephala 'Red Dragon'

FullUSDA 6–9

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