Barberry
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 4–8
Barberry, belonging to the Berberis genus, is a group of deciduous or evergreen shrubs native to various regions, including parts of North…
Shrubs: drought-tolerant plants
Once established, these plants need little watering: good for dry climates, water-wise gardens and hot, exposed spots.
21 plants
Shrubs
Broom
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 5–8
Broom, primarily referring to the genus Cytisus in the legume family (Fabaceae), is a group of flowering shrubs known for their bright…
Caragana
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 2–7
Caragana, commonly known as Siberian peashrub or pea shrub, is a deciduous shrub belonging to the legume family (Fabaceae). Native to Asia…
Caryopteris
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 5–9
Caryopteris, commonly known as bluebeard or blue mist shrub, is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the mint family, Lamiaceae. This…
Ceanothus
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 7–10
Ceanothus, commonly known as California lilac, is a genus of flowering shrubs native to North America, particularly abundant in…
Cistus
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 8–10
Cistus, commonly known as rockrose, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Cistaceae. Native to the Mediterranean region, Cistus…
Colutea
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 5–8
Colutea, commonly known as bladder senna, is a genus of flowering plants within the legume family (Fabaceae). This genus is native…
Elaeagnus
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 3–9
Elaeagnus, commonly known as oleaster or silverberry, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Elaeagnaceae. This versatile genus…
Garrya
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 7–9
Garrya, commonly known as the silk tree or the winter flowering shrub, is a genus of evergreen shrubs and small trees belonging to the…
Juniper
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 3–9
Junipers belong to the genus Juniperus, which is part of the cypress family (Cupressaceae). These coniferous plants are prevalent in…
Lavender Cotton
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 6–9
Lavender Cotton, scientifically known as Santolina chamaecyparissus, is a perennial shrub valued for its aromatic foliage and vibrant…
Rockrose
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 8–10
Rockrose, scientifically known as Helianthemum, is a genus of flowering plants in the Cistaceae family, native to regions such as Europe…
Santolina
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 6–9
Santolina, commonly known as lavender cotton or cotton lavender, is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the Asteraceae family…
Sumac
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 3–9
Sumac refers to a diverse genus of flowering plants known scientifically as Rhus. These plants are commonly found in temperate and…
Sweetfern
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 2–6
Sweetfern (Comptonia peregrina) is a deciduous shrub native to northeastern North America, characterized by its unique aromatic leaves and…
Tamarix
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 4–9
Tamarix, commonly known as tamarisk, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Tamaricaceae, consisting of about 75 species. These…
Teucrium
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 8–10
Teucrium, commonly known as germander, is a diverse genus of flowering plants in the mint family (Lamiaceae). It comprises around 300…
Ulex
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 6–9
Ulex, commonly known as gorse or furze, is a genus of spiny, flowering shrubs belonging to the family Fabaceae. Native to Europe and parts…
Vitex
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 6–9
Vitex, commonly known as chaste tree or monk's pepper, belongs to the Lamiaceae family. This deciduous shrub or small tree can grow…
Yucca
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 5–10
Yucca plants are members of the Agave family and are native to arid regions of North and Central America. They are characterized by their…
Ziziphus
- Full sun
- Low water
- Zones 6–9
Ziziphus, commonly referred to as jujube or red date, is a genus of flowering plants in the buckthorn family (Rhamnaceae). There are about…