Drought Tolerant Plants

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What Are They?

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Despite the common association of gardening with watering, many plants can tolerate periods of drought once they are established. Definition: Can survive long periods without water. 

Morning Glory

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This flower is a cottage garden classic. Loved for its trumpet-shaped flowers that blossom from summer to fall.  Available in a range of colors, some also feature variegated foliage.

Zinnia

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Zinnia is one tough annual and comes in various sizes and colors.  Use low-growing Zinnias for landscape or garden borders. And tall varieties for fresh cut flowers.

Salvia

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Salvia is a relative of mint and features long blooms.  Make for excellent drought-tolerant planting that hummingbirds will love (along with pollinators).

Catmint

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Catmint is easy to grow and versatile.  It features deep purple blooms that blossom at the beginning of summer. Swipe up for a complete list of drought-tolerant plants.

Maiden Grass

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Excellent summer and fall color. Reaching up to 8' tall.  Growing zones 4-9.

Lizard's Tail

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A drought-tolerant ground cover also known as Crassula muscosa.

Bald Cypress

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Select varieties of trees can be used for drought-tolerant landscaping. View full article.