Lamb’s ear has soft, silvery leaves that look just as good in dry shade as in full sun. It’s super low-maintenance and adds a ...

Picking low-water, low-maintenance plants that thrive in your region is good for your bottom line and curb appeal.

As temperatures continue to swelter, you might want to try your hand at growing this selection of gorgeous plants that an ...

12 drought-tolerant plants to add to your garden if you’re tired of succulents (Martina Ibáñez-Baldor / Los Angeles Times; Getty Images) By Jeanette Marantos ...

Most of us garden in soil that is heavy clay. Amend the soil by adding compost. Choose wisely. A plant that is drought tolerant in one garden may not be in another because of the different conditions.

Drought-tolerant plants come in various shapes and sizes, so you’re sure to find the perfect fit for your garden. Other Considerations Deciding on plants in your garden can be difficult.

Depending on your location, your drought-tolerant landscape may include plants with small leaves, ornamental grasses, low-profile plants, evergreens or drought-resistant plants such as cacti and ...

Perennials. Tall slipper plant (Pedilanthus bracteatus) is a highly drought-tolerant selection from Mexica whose bracts are ...

If the recent hot weather has your garden looking a little limp, don't panic. There are plants that can withstand hot British ...

Brown doesn”t have to be the new green, says Contra Costa Master Gardener Dawn Kooyumijan.By choosing drought-tolerant and California native plants, and understanding how they survive our dry ...

Once they've settled in, these plants tolerate some drought. Mulch helps conserve soil moisture and keep temperatures down during summer. 1 Bauhinia is a genus with easy-going, drought-tolerant ...

Look at nursery tags and choose plants that are listed as drought-tolerant or water-wise. Get your plants into the ground in late fall to early spring, so the roots have a chance to settle in ...