A GARDENING expert has shared the best drought-resistant shrubs, perennials, grasses and hedges to have in the garden. These plants "love" the heat, and will feel "right at home" during a heatwave.

1. Lavender (Lavandula spp.) Lavender is a fragrant, evergreen shrub known for its resistance to hot, dry conditions. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is perfectly suited to xeriscaping.

If you want to find out about low-maintenance drought-tolerant front yard ideas that look good in the heat, thrive on very ...

This tree has a unique growth habit. Generally speaking, trees with a mature height of 20 to 30 feet are not particularly fast-growing. The mimosa tree, however, despite being of such moderate ...

These golden flowering trees include fragrant,… Share this: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) ...

It sports one-half to one-inch glossy green leaves and large clusters of tiny white bell-shaped flowers. Give glossy abelia plenty of room to grow as it can reach a height and width of eight feet.

The fact that herbs can be some of the best drought-tolerant shrubs only adds to their mystique. Many of the best aromatic, culinary, and medicinal herbs can thrive in dry conditions thanks to ...

I then planted thyme from ground cover flats. It has done so well! It filled in completely within about 4 months. It requires very low water, that’s why I chose it to begin with.

75 of the best drought-resistant plants for B.C.'s hotter summers Back to video We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, or ...

In a time of drought, it certainly sounds reasonable to select species for your garden that require little, if any, water. Many of these species fit into the succulent plant category, which ...

In a time of drought, it certainly sounds reasonable to select species for your garden that require little, if any, water. Many of these species fit into the succulent plant category, which includes ...