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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

Sugar Gum (Eucalyptus Cladocalyx) — tree for full or half

Tree

Sugar Gum

Eucalyptus Cladocalyx

FullUSDA 10–10
Sugar Pine (Pinus Lambertiana) — mature Sugar Pines can reach soaring heights of up to 200 feet

Tree

Sugar Pine

Pinus Lambertiana

FullUSDA 7–10
Sulfur Cosmos (Cosmos Sulphureus) — this hardy plant is drought-tolerant once established; it is prized for its eye-catching, image 109

Annual

Sulfur Cosmos

Cosmos Sulphureus

FullUSDA 3–10
Sulfur Flower (Eriogonum Umbellatum) — vivid yellow flowers arranged in dense; and low maintenance needs, image 66

Perennial

Sulfur Flower

Eriogonum Umbellatum

FullUSDA 7–7
Summer Chocolate Silk Tree (Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate') — the Silk Tree boasts fluffy

Tree

Summer Chocolate Silk Tree

Albizia Julibrissin 'Summer Chocolate'

FullUSDA 7–11
Summer Holly (Comarostaphylis Diversifolia) — The Summer Holly, Comarostaphylis diversifolia, is an evergreen shrub, native to California

Shrub

Summer Holly

Comarostaphylis Diversifolia

FullUSDA 9–10
Summertime Blue Eremophila‚Ñ¢ (Eremophila Hyg. 'Summertime Blue') — 'Summertime Blue') is a vibrant, low-maintenance shrub reaching 3-4 feet tall and wide

Shrub

Summertime Blue Eremophila‚Ñ¢

Eremophila Hyg. 'Summertime Blue'

FullUSDA 6–10
Summer Wine‚Ñ¢ Ninebark (Physocarpus Opulifolius 'Summer Wine') — Reaching 4-6 feet tall and wide

Shrub

Summer Wine‚Ñ¢ Ninebark

Physocarpus Opulifolius 'Summer Wine'

FullUSDA 3–8
Sunburst Coreopsis (Coreopsis Grandiflora) — providing a long season of visual delight

Ground cover

Sunburst Coreopsis

Coreopsis Grandiflora

FullUSDA 4–10
Sunburst Gazania (Gazania 'Sunburst Mix') — daisy-like flowers in a delightful array of yellows

Ground cover

Sunburst Gazania

Gazania 'Sunburst Mix'

FullUSDA 8–11
Sundrops (Oenothera Fruticosa) — <br><br>Their extended blooming period; it's beneficial to know that Sundrops prefer well-drained soil but can tolerate

Ground cover

Sundrops

Oenothera Fruticosa

FullUSDA 4–9
Sunjoy Sequins® Barberry (Berberis thunbergii) — accented by small yellow spring flowers

Sunjoy Sequins® Barberry

Berberis thunbergii

Full
Sunrose (Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up') — providing excellent ground cover and drought tolerance once established; ensuring optimal flowering

Shrub

Sunrose

Helianthemum Num. 'Sunny Side Up'

FullUSDA 6–9
Sun Rose (Helianthemum Nummularium) — ground cover / perennial for full or half; making it an excellent addition to rock gardens, image 78

Ground cover

Sun Rose

Helianthemum Nummularium

FullUSDA 5–8
Sunset Jade Plant (Crassula Argentea 'Sunset') — Thriving in full sun to part shade, it prefers well-draining soil and minimal water

Shrub

Sunset Jade Plant

Crassula Argentea 'Sunset'

FullUSDA 9–11
Sunset Rockrose (Cistus 'Sunset') — It thrives in full sun, reaching 2-3 feet in height with a 4-5 feet spread

Ground cover

Sunset Rockrose

Cistus 'Sunset'

FullUSDA 8–10
Sunset Strain Lewisia (Lewisia Cotyledon 'Sunset Strain') — it thrives in temperatures down to -40&deg;F

Perennial

Sunset Strain Lewisia

Lewisia Cotyledon 'Sunset Strain'

HalfUSDA 3–7
Sunshine Blue® II Bluebeard (Caryopteris incana) — It forms a mounded plant 24-36 inches tall and wide

Sunshine Blue® II Bluebeard

Caryopteris incana

Full
Sunshine Ligustrum (Ligustrum Sinense 'Sunshine') — The Sunshine Ligustrum (Ligustrum sinense 'Sunshine') is prized for its vibrant golden-yellow

Shrub

Sunshine Ligustrum

Ligustrum Sinense 'Sunshine'

FullUSDA 7–10
Superb Grevillea (Grevillea 'Superb') — finely dissected leaves that are green with a silvery underside

Shrub

Superb Grevillea

Grevillea 'Superb'

FullUSDA 8–10
'Superstar' Stonecrop (Sedum hybrid) — The Sedum hybrid 'Superstar' is a compact Proven Winners® stonecrop with dark turquoise

'Superstar' Stonecrop

Sedum hybrid

Full
Superstition Reblooming Iris (Iris Germanica 'Superstition') — The Iris germanica 'Superstition' is a striking perennial, brandishing velvety, deep

Perennial

Superstition Reblooming Iris

Iris Germanica 'Superstition'

FullUSDA 3–9
Swamp Chestnut Oak (Quercus Michauxii) — In fall, foliage turns a vibrant bronze

Tree

Swamp Chestnut Oak

Quercus Michauxii

FullUSDA 7–11
Swamp Paperbark (Melaleuca Ericifolia) — Perfect for low-maintenance, water-influenced landscapes

Shrub

Swamp Paperbark

Melaleuca Ericifolia

FullUSDA 9–11

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