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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

Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — Western Clarkia (Clarkia purpurea) is a notable California native

Western Clarkia

Clarkia Purpurea

Full · Zones 3–10

Western Coneflower (Rudbeckia Occidentalis) — Western Coneflower (Rudbeckia occidentalis) is a striking perennial native to the western United States

Western Coneflower

Rudbeckia Occidentalis

Full · Zones 4–10

Western Fleabane (Erigeron Divergens) — Western Fleabane (Erigeron divergens) is a hardy perennial native to North American grasslands

Western Fleabane

Erigeron Divergens

Full · Zones 6–11

Western Ice Plant (Carpobrotus Chilensis) — is a low-growing succulent with sprawling stems reaching lengths of up to 6 feet

Western Ice Plant

Carpobrotus Chilensis

Full · Zones 9–10

Western Juniper (Juniperus Occidentalis) — The Western Juniper (Juniperus occidentalis) is a resilient conifer, thriving in arid regions, with 10-50 ft

Western Juniper

Juniperus Occidentalis

Full · Zones 4–11

Western Pearly Everlasting (Anaphalis Margaritacea) — is an enduring perennial that holds a distinctive charm in the garden

Western Pearly Everlasting

Anaphalis Margaritacea

Full · Zones 2–7

Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — is a vibrant and versatile ornamental tree

Western Redbud

Cercis Occidentalis

Full · Zones 5–10

Western White Clematis (Clematis Ligusticifolia) — climbing perennial reaching heights up to 20 feet

Western White Clematis

Clematis Ligusticifolia

Full · Zones 5–9

Westringia Wynyabbie Gem (Westringia 'Wynyabbie Gem') — Westringia 'Wynyabbie Gem' is a versatile shrub, typically reaching 4-6 ft in height and width

Westringia Wynyabbie Gem

Westringia 'Wynyabbie Gem'

Full · Zones 9–10

Whale's Tongue Agave (Agave Ovatifolia) — Whale's Tongue Agave (Agave ovatifolia) is a striking succulent featuring wide

Whale's Tongue Agave

Agave Ovatifolia

Full · Zones 8–10

Wheeler Canyon Ceanothus (Ceanothus 'Wheeler Canyon') — Its glossy, dark green leaves complement profuse, fragrant blue flowers in spring

Wheeler Canyon Ceanothus

Ceanothus 'Wheeler Canyon'

Full · Zones 7–10

White African Daisy (Arctotis Hybrids 'White') — is an eye-catching perennial featuring striking white petal blooms with dark centers

White African Daisy

Arctotis Hybrids 'White'

Full · Zones 8–10

White Autumn Sage (Salvia Greggii 'Alba') — The White Autumn Sage (Salvia greggii 'Alba') is a compact perennial shrub

White Autumn Sage

Salvia Greggii 'Alba'

Full · Zones 7–10

White Bush Clover Or Lespedeza (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Alba') — commonly known as White Bush Clover

White Bush Clover Or Lespedeza

Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Alba'

Full · Zones 6–9

White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — commonly known as White Butterfly Flower

White Butterfly Flower

Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White'

Full · Zones 6–11

White Cape Plumbago (Plumbago Auriculata 'Alba') — Plumbago auriculata 'Alba,' commonly known as White Cape Plumbago

White Cape Plumbago

Plumbago Auriculata 'Alba'

Full · Zones 9–10

White Cloud Awn Muhly (Muhlenbergia 'White Cloud') — fluffy plumes of white flowers in fall

White Cloud Awn Muhly

Muhlenbergia 'White Cloud'

Full · Zones 7–11

White Cranesbill (Geranium sanguineum 'Album') — features lush foliage and bright white blooms spanning up to 4 inches across

White Cranesbill

Geranium sanguineum 'Album'

Full · Zones 9–10

White False Indigo (Baptisia Alba) — The White False Indigo, Baptisia alba, is a robust perennial native to North America

White False Indigo

Baptisia Alba

Full · Zones 5–8

White Flowering Currant (Ribes Indecorum) — Ribes indecorum thrives in well-drained soils and is relatively drought tolerant once established

White Flowering Currant

Ribes Indecorum

Half · Zones 5–9

White Flowering Tea Tree (Leptospermum scoparium 'Album Flore Pleno') — Leptospermum scoparium 'Alba Plenum,' a compact evergreen shrub

White Flowering Tea Tree

Leptospermum scoparium 'Album Flore Pleno'

Full · Zones 9–11

White Gaura (Gaura Lindheimeri) — Hardy in zones 5-9, minimal maintenance required

White Gaura

Gaura Lindheimeri

Full · Zones 5–10

White Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua 'White') — The White Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea ambigua 'White') presents an elegant choice for xeriscapes

White Globe Mallow

Sphaeralcea Ambigua 'White'

Full · Zones 7–11

White Ironbark (Eucalyptus Leucoxylon) — commonly known as White Ironbark

White Ironbark

Eucalyptus Leucoxylon

Full · Zones 9–9