Aloe Vera
- Part sun
- Low water
- Zones 10–11
Aloe Vera is a succulent perennial plant belonging to the genus Aloe and is well-known for its fleshy, thick, and spiky leaves that…
Flowers: drought-tolerant plants
Once established, these plants need little watering: good for dry climates, water-wise gardens and hot, exposed spots.
18 plants
Flowers
Blanket Flower
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 3–9
Blanket flower is the common name for Gaillardia, a genus of cheerful, daisy-like flowers in the sunflower family. Garden plants include…
Bluebonnet
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 8–10
The Bluebonnet (Lupinus texensis) is a vibrant and iconic wildflower native to Texas and a symbol of the state. This annual or perennial…
California Poppy
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 8–10
The California poppy (Eschscholzia californica) is a perennial wildflower native to the western United States and Mexico, though often…
Catmint
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 3–8
Catmint is a low-growing, spreading perennial grown for its lavender-blue flowers and aromatic foliage. Its branching stems form soft…
Coreopsis
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 4–9
Coreopsis, commonly known as tickseed, is a perennial or annual flowering plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. It is notable for its…
Cosmos
- Full sun
- Low water
Cosmos is a genus of flowering plants in the Asteraceae family, known for their vibrant blooms and ease of cultivation. Native to Mexico…
Crown of Thorns
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 10–11
Crown of Thorns (Euphorbia milii) is a fascinating succulent native to Madagascar. Known for its hardy nature and distinctive appearance…
Desert Rose
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 10–11
The Desert Rose, scientifically known as Adenium obesum, is a striking succulent plant characterized by its thick, swollen stem and…
Echeveria
- Part sun
- Low water
- Zones 10–11
Echeveria is a captivating genus of succulent plants belonging to the Crassulaceae family, primarily indigenous to Mexico and Central…
Lantana
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 9–11
Lantana camara is a sprawling, often thorny perennial shrub grown for its dense clusters of small, tubular flowers. A flower head may…
Lavender
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 5–9
Lavender, belonging to the genus Lavandula, is a popular aromatic herb in the mint family (Lamiaceae). Known for its vibrant purple…
Portulaca
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 10–11
Portulaca grandiflora, commonly called moss rose or flowering purslane, is a low-growing succulent grown for its bright, papery flowers…
Queen Anne’s Lace
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 3–9
Queen Anne's Lace, scientifically known as Daucus carota, is a biennial flowering plant belonging to the Apiaceae family. It is often…
Russian Sage
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 4–9
Russian sage is a woody-based perennial grown for its airy clouds of blue-violet flowers and silvery foliage. Although its common name…
Sedum
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 3–9
Sedum is a genus of succulent flowering plants often called stonecrops. Its many species vary from tiny, mat-forming plants to upright…
Vinca
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 10–11
Vinca is a genus of low-growing, flowering perennials commonly called periwinkles. The two species most often grown in gardens are lesser…
Yarrow
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 3–9
Yarrow is a hardy flowering perennial recognized by its flat-topped clusters of tiny flowers and soft, finely divided leaves. Its species…