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Trees: drought-tolerant plants

Once established, these plants need little watering: good for dry climates, water-wise gardens and hot, exposed spots.

10 plants

Trees

Australian Sandalwood

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 9–11

Australian Sandalwood, scientifically known as Santalum spicatum, is a semiparasitic evergreen tree native to the arid and semi-arid…

Baobab

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 10–12

The Baobab, known scientifically as Adansonia, is a remarkable tree native to Madagascar, Africa, and Australia. Often referred to as the…

Black Locust

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 3–8

Black Locust (Robinia pseudoacacia) is a deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States, though it has been widely planted across…

Bristlecone Pine

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 4–7

The Bristlecone Pine (Pinus longaeva) is one of the longest-living tree species, found primarily in the high mountains of California…

Cork Bristlecone Pine

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 4–7

The Cork Bristlecone Pine (Pinus aristata) is a fascinating evergreen tree native to the mountainous regions of the southwestern United…

Cork Juniper

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 6–9

Cork Juniper, scientifically known as Juniperus oxycedrus, is a hardy evergreen conifer native to the Mediterranean region. Renowned for…

Cork Oak

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 8–10

The Cork Oak (Quercus suber) is a tree species native to the Mediterranean region, particularly found in Portugal, Spain, and northern…

Cork Tree

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 8–10

The Cork Tree, scientifically known as Phellodendron amurense, is a deciduous tree native to Asia, particularly found in regions of China…

Holm Oak

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 7–10

The Holm Oak, scientifically known as Quercus ilex, is an evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean region. It is characterized by its…

Post Oak

  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 5–9

The Post Oak (Quercus stellata) is a medium to large deciduous tree native to the eastern and central United States, particularly…