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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

Western Clarkia (Clarkia Purpurea) — which can reach up to 2-3 feet in height and around 1 foot in spread

Annual

Western Clarkia

Clarkia Purpurea

FullUSDA 3–10
Western Coneflower (Rudbeckia Occidentalis) — It thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 through 7, showcasing its resilience against colder climates; perennial with

Perennial

Western Coneflower

Rudbeckia Occidentalis

FullUSDA 4–10
Western Fleabane (Erigeron Divergens) — spanning 1-2 inches across

Ground cover

Western Fleabane

Erigeron Divergens

FullUSDA 6–11
Western Ice Plant (Carpobrotus Chilensis) — triangular leaves are a distinctive feature; hence the common name "Ice Plant."<br><br>During the blooming season

Succulent

Western Ice Plant

Carpobrotus Chilensis

FullUSDA 9–10
Western Juniper (Juniperus Occidentalis) — the Western Juniper requires minimal maintenance once established

Conifer

Western Juniper

Juniperus Occidentalis

FullUSDA 4–11
Western Pearly Everlasting (Anaphalis Margaritacea) — with a spread equally as wide; growing to heights between 1 and 3 feet, image 61

Perennial

Western Pearly Everlasting

Anaphalis Margaritacea

FullUSDA 2–7
Western Redbud (Cercis Occidentalis) — Heart-shaped leaves emerge after flowers, transitioning to green and then yellow in fall

Shrub

Western Redbud

Cercis Occidentalis

FullUSDA 5–10
Western White Clematis (Clematis Ligusticifolia) — frothy appearance to the landscape

Vine

Western White Clematis

Clematis Ligusticifolia

FullUSDA 5–9
Westringia Wynyabbie Gem (Westringia 'Wynyabbie Gem') — Westringia 'Wynyabbie Gem' is a versatile shrub, typically reaching 4-6 ft in height and width

Shrub

Westringia Wynyabbie Gem

Westringia 'Wynyabbie Gem'

FullUSDA 9–10
Whale's Tongue Agave (Agave Ovatifolia) — Hardy in zones 7-11, it thrives in full sun and requires well-draining soil

Succulent

Whale's Tongue Agave

Agave Ovatifolia

FullUSDA 8–10
Wheeler Canyon Ceanothus (Ceanothus 'Wheeler Canyon') — Its glossy, dark green leaves complement profuse, fragrant blue flowers in spring

Shrub

Wheeler Canyon Ceanothus

Ceanothus 'Wheeler Canyon'

FullUSDA 7–10
White African Daisy (Arctotis Hybrids 'White') — is an eye-catching perennial featuring striking white petal blooms with dark centers

Ground cover

White African Daisy

Arctotis Hybrids 'White'

FullUSDA 8–10
White Autumn Sage (Salvia Greggii 'Alba') — Drought-resistant, it prefers well-drained soils and full sun

Shrub

White Autumn Sage

Salvia Greggii 'Alba'

FullUSDA 7–10
White Bush Clover Or Lespedeza (Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Alba') — is a deciduous shrub boasting graceful

Perennial

White Bush Clover Or Lespedeza

Lespedeza Thunbergii 'Alba'

FullUSDA 6–9
White Butterfly Flower (Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White') — commonly known as White Butterfly Flower

Perennial

White Butterfly Flower

Gaura Lindheimeri 'Stratosphere White'

FullUSDA 6–11
White Cape Plumbago (Plumbago Auriculata 'Alba') — Ideal for mixed borders or as a foundation planting with moderate growth rate

Shrub

White Cape Plumbago

Plumbago Auriculata 'Alba'

FullUSDA 9–10
White Cloud Awn Muhly (Muhlenbergia 'White Cloud') — feathery blooms rise just above the foliage

Grass

White Cloud Awn Muhly

Muhlenbergia 'White Cloud'

FullUSDA 7–11
White Cranesbill (Geranium sanguineum 'Album') — features lush foliage and bright white blooms spanning up to 4 inches across

Perennial

White Cranesbill

Geranium sanguineum 'Album'

FullUSDA 9–10
White False Indigo (Baptisia Alba) — The White False Indigo, Baptisia alba, is a robust perennial native to North America

Perennial

White False Indigo

Baptisia Alba

FullUSDA 5–8
White Flowering Currant (Ribes Indecorum) — which is essential for water-conscious landscapes

Shrub

White Flowering Currant

Ribes Indecorum

HalfUSDA 5–9
White Flowering Tea Tree (Leptospermum scoparium 'Album Flore Pleno') — Leptospermum scoparium 'Alba Plenum,' a compact evergreen shrub

Shrub

White Flowering Tea Tree

Leptospermum scoparium 'Album Flore Pleno'

FullUSDA 9–11
White Gaura (Gaura Lindheimeri) — The White Gaura, scientifically named Gaura lindheimeri, emanates grace and charm within any garden design; create an

Perennial

White Gaura

Gaura Lindheimeri

FullUSDA 5–10
White Globe Mallow (Sphaeralcea Ambigua 'White') — lobed leaves beneath a profusion of dainty white blooms

Shrub

White Globe Mallow

Sphaeralcea Ambigua 'White'

FullUSDA 7–11
White Ironbark (Eucalyptus Leucoxylon) — It displays a high tolerance for drought conditions once established

Tree

White Ironbark

Eucalyptus Leucoxylon

FullUSDA 9–9

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