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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

Blue Blossom (Ceanothus Thyrsiflorus) — Its dense foliage and quick growth make it ideal for hedges; offering nectar for pollinators

Shrub

Blue Blossom

Ceanothus Thyrsiflorus

FullUSDA 7–10
Blue Boa Agastache (Agastache Hybrid 'Blue Boa') — Its fragrant foliage and long-blooming flowers

Perennial

Blue Boa Agastache

Agastache Hybrid 'Blue Boa'

FullUSDA 5–9
Bluebunch Wheat Grass (Pseudoroegneria Spicata) — depending on its environment

Grass

Bluebunch Wheat Grass

Pseudoroegneria Spicata

FullUSDA 3–7
Blue Bush (Acacia Covenyi) — Acacia covenyi, commonly known as Blue Bush, is an evergreen shrub noted for its striking blue-grey foliage

Shrub

Blue Bush

Acacia Covenyi

FullUSDA 9–10
Blue Candle (Myrtillocactus Geometrizans) — dark red fruits resembling blueberries; which transform into edible

Cactus

Blue Candle

Myrtillocactus Geometrizans

FullUSDA 9–10
Blue Carpet Juniper (Juniperus Squamata 'Blue Carpet') — Ideal for rock gardens, slopes, and as a ground cover to prevent erosion

Conifer

Blue Carpet Juniper

Juniperus Squamata 'Blue Carpet'

FullUSDA 5–11
Blue Cereus (Cereus Hexagonus) — offers a distinctive sculptural aesthetic to any landscape design

Cactus

Blue Cereus

Cereus Hexagonus

FullUSDA 9–10
Blue Chalk Sticks (Senecio Mandraliscae) — white flowers in the garden; is a captivating succulent that brings a splash of tranquil blue-green tones to any

Ground cover

Blue Chalk Sticks

Senecio Mandraliscae

FullUSDA 9–10
'Blue Chip Jr.' Butterfly bush (Buddleia x) — Proven Winners - Lo & Behold® 'Blue Chip Jr.' - Butterfly bush - Buddleia x blue purple indigo plant details

'Blue Chip Jr.' Butterfly bush

Buddleia x

Full
Blue Chip Juniper (Juniperus Horizontalis 'Blue Chip') — low-growing conifer with silvery-blue foliage

Ground cover

Blue Chip Juniper

Juniperus Horizontalis 'Blue Chip'

FullUSDA 3–9
Blue Cushion English Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia 'Blue Cushion') — reaching 12-16 inches tall and wide

Herb

Blue Cushion English Lavender

Lavandula Angustifolia 'Blue Cushion'

FullUSDA 5–9
Blue Dawn Flower (Ipomoea Indica) — presenting a mesmerizing display against the plant's dense; the Ipomoea indica presents as a picturesque and

Vine

Blue Dawn Flower

Ipomoea Indica

FullUSDA 9–10
Blue Dicks (Dichelostemma Capitatum) — is a perennial bulbiferous plant that adds a delightful splash of color to any garden; commonly known as, image 54

Bulb

Blue Dicks

Dichelostemma Capitatum

FullUSDA 5–10
Blue Dracaena (Cordyline Indivisa) — the Blue Dracaena thrives in areas with partial shade

Perennial

Blue Dracaena

Cordyline Indivisa

FullUSDA 8–11
Blue Elderberry (Sambucus Mexicana) — It is hardy in USDA zones 4 through 9; not only are these berries visually appealing against the backdrop of, image 64

Shrub

Blue Elderberry

Sambucus Mexicana

FullUSDA 6–10
Blue Elf Aloe (Aloe 'Blue Elf') — The Aloe 'Blue Elf', a drought-tolerant hybrid, showcases pointy blue-green leaves with coral blooms

Succulent

Blue Elf Aloe

Aloe 'Blue Elf'

FullUSDA 9–11
Blue Emu Bush (Eremophila Hygrophana) — silvery-green leaves that are both drought-resistant and tolerant of high temperatures

Shrub

Blue Emu Bush

Eremophila Hygrophana

FullUSDA 10–11
Blue Euphorbia, Sweet Noor (Euphorbia Coerulescens) — Blue Euphorbia (Euphorbia coerulescens)

Cactus

Blue Euphorbia, Sweet Noor

Euphorbia Coerulescens

FullUSDA 9–11
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Angustifolium) — commonly known as Blue-Eyed Grass

Perennial

Blue-Eyed Grass

Sisyrinchium Angustifolium

FullUSDA 4–9
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — In late spring to early summer; its compact size also makes Sisyrinchium bellum suitable for container gardening

Perennial

Blue-Eyed Grass

Sisyrinchium Bellum

FullUSDA 8–11
Blue Fescue, Blue Fescue Grass (Festuca Glauca) — plant Blue Fescue in clusters or along pathways to accentuate its spherical form and blue hues; blue Fescue

Grass

Blue Fescue, Blue Fescue Grass

Festuca Glauca

FullUSDA 4–8
Blue Glitter Sea Holly (Eryngium Planum 'Blue Glitter') — adding texture and color to borders and rock gardens

Perennial

Blue Glitter Sea Holly

Eryngium Planum 'Blue Glitter'

FullUSDA 4–8
Blue Glow Agave (Agave 'Blue Glow') — succulent perennial with striking blue-green leaves edged with red margins that resemble flames

Succulent

Blue Glow Agave

Agave 'Blue Glow'

FullUSDA 8–11
Blue Gum (Eucalyptus Globulus) — Native to Australia, it thrives in mild, coastal climates (USDA zones 8-10); by including the Blue Gum in your, image 45

Tree

Blue Gum

Eucalyptus Globulus

FullUSDA 9–10

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