What are the best drought-resistant plants?

What are the best drought-resistant plants?

If you live in a region with dry weather or prone to droughts, then you know that choosing plants can be difficult. Fortunately, there are many plants, shrubs, trees, and flowers that can thrive in drier climates. They can give your space a little color without the need for much water. With these drought-resistant plants, you can spruce up your outdoor living spaces, such as pool areas, lawns, and patios.

What Are Drought-Resistant Plants?

When you don’t have much water or rain in your area, you must consider designing an outdoor space with adaptive plants. Many of these plants can survive with little or no water. They cope with a lack of water in many different ways. Some plants will survive with the help of large, deep root systems that can access water in the soil. Other plants will develop leaves that can resist drought conditions by reducing water loss. These plants can survive dry conditions as they add distinctive texture and color to your outdoor space.

Add These Drought-Resistant Plants

You can find water-conserving plants for almost any type of climate. These species are low-maintenance and great for those without a green thumb. With the right planning, you can enjoy these plants without the need for water.

Portulaca

If you want to get a pop of color, you will need to choose this annual. Portulaca can grow in low clusters, and it will bloom into a colorful rainbow of hues. These plants are perfect for the hot and dry spots where other flowers might wither.

Coneflower

The coneflower is part of the daisy family, and it can be found in eastern and central North America. These plants are self-sowing and require little upkeep from you. The plants are drought-tolerant and can survive in places with well-draining soil.

Aloe

Aloe can thrive in dry and hot climates, but you can find them in a wide range of environments. In the summer, aloe will need irrigation about every other week. During the winter, the rain or snowfall is enough to provide them with ample water. These plants are succulents and grow in any space.

Catmint

Catmint is a relative of catnip, but this species is much showier than other mint varieties. This drought-resistant plant sprouts flowers that attract bees and butterflies. These plants are the perfect elements to situate in-between rock gardens and borders. You can expect to see the flowers bloom from early summer to early fall.

Beard Tongue

You can find over 250 different beard tongue varieties throughout the western part of the United States in the mountains and deserts. These plants have distinguished narrow, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in soft pink, peach, red, rose, salmon, lilac, and white. The flowers are known to attract bees and hummingbirds. While they are drought-tolerant, you need to place them in places that can quickly drain water.

Agastache

These plants are also called Hummingbird Mint, and they are a popular plant for those wanting a pollinator-friendly garden. These plants can grow 3 to 5 feet, and they will flower with white or purple spikes. If you want a drought-resistant plant for a back border, then these species are the best choice for you.

Panicle Hydrangea

You can find these flowering shrubs in a wide range of sizes, colors, and varieties. Once hydrangeas have established in your yard, they will become a hardy and drought-resistant plant. If you want the flowers to look their best, you will need to plant them in a spot that can get some afternoon shade.

Lantana

Lantanas have blooms that will give your sunny garden a welcomed pop of color. These plants feature clusters of bright blossoms that can reach 3 to 6 feet in height. Lantana is an excellent choice for those who want to have a container garden.

Lavender

You can arrange lavender in mass plantings that will produce spikes of bluish-purple blooms. These plants are known for their buds that will blossom in the springtime. In addition to the flowers, lavender is well-known for its fragrance and sleep-promoting properties.

Sweet Potato Vine

These plants are another maintenance-free choice for your garden. They produce heart-shaped leaves that will trail over walls and containers. You will find the most popular varieties have a dark-purple or lime color. These plants love to be in the sun, and they require little water in your garden.

Wild Lilac

These shrubs are colorful and fragrant. You can use them as hedges, screens, or ground covers. In the first summer, the plants will need some irrigation. After the first year, they can survive with very little water. Wild lilac is native to the southwestern part of the United States, and they can range in color from white to deep violet.

Trumpet Vines

If you are looking for other vines for your garden, then you should look at trumpet vines. These drought-resistant species have flowers that will attract hummingbirds to your garden. While the bloom times can vary in the region, many of these plants will flower in the early spring to mid-fall. Trumpet vines have a wide range of colors, including yellow-orange, salmon, orange, and yellow.

Artemisia

These perennial shrubs are known for their slender gray leaves and aromatic scent. These are hardy plants that can survive a wide range of climates. Artemisia is excellent to mix with ornamental grasses, succulents, and other drought-resistant plants.

Russian Sage

These bushes can grow to 2 to 5 feet, and their stems are purplish-blue. Russian sage can tolerate a variety of climates, including drought conditions and poor soil. You will want to add them to a sunny spot in your yard for the best results.

If you live in a dry climate, you don’t have to give up on your dream of a colorful yard. You can find the right varieties that are drought-resistant to add some beauty to your outdoor spaces. At Charlestown Landscaping, we can help you find the best flowers, plants, and trees for your landscape.

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