Hardy Drought

Houttuynia cordata 'Chameleon'

This versatile little perennial is both moisture and drought tolerant, and thrives in almost any position from sun to dappled shade. The heart-shaped foliage of Houttuynia cordata 'Chameleon' is a splendid sight in shades of green, gold and red, with a pungent orange fragrance. Throughout mid-summer…  More Info

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Allium 'Purple Sensation'

One of the best and most majestic alliums for your late spring garden, 'Purple Sensation' is a sun loving, drought tolerant variety producing lilac-purple coloured flowers up to 15cm in diameter, that start to flower after the tulips in mid-May. No early summer garden is complete without a good…  More Info

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Salvia nemorosa 'Bumblesky'

…deadheading. Its compact, bushy habit makes it ideal for the front of the border, small gardens and containers. Hardy salvias are reliable and easy perennials which are drought tolerant once established. Maximum Height: 40cm-50cm. (16– 20”). Maximum Spread: 30cm-40cm (12-16”)…  More Info

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Osteospermum Blush Collection (Hardy)

…you are looking for flowering perennials that really earn their keep, then you can’t beat hardy Osteospermums. One of the longest flowering of all garden plants, they ‘re also drought tolerant, and form compact, weed-suppressing carpets that lend themselves to a wide range of situations,…  More Info

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Potentilla fruiticosa

A drought tolerant hardy shrub, Potentilla fruticosa has attractive grey - green foliage and is covered in pretty yellow- orange flowers from May all the way through to September. This compact Shrubby Cinquefoil thrives in sunny borders or rockeries and makes a great low hedge. Shrubby Cinquefoils…  More Info

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Potentilla fruticosa 'Mango Tango'

A drought tolerant hardy shrub, Potentilla fruticosa 'Mango Tango' has attractive grey - green foliage and is covered in pretty yellow- orange flowers from May all the way through to September. This compact Shrubby Cinquefoil thrives in sunny borders or rockeries and makes a great low hedge. Shrubby…  More Info

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Sempervivum 'Mixed'

…die after flowering, they are swiftly replaced by small offsets which quickly fill the gap. Commonly known as Houseleeks, these hardy perennials are extremely drought tolerant once established - perfect for planting in wall crevices, rockeries and alpine troughs. Height: 8cm (3). Spread: 30cm (12).  More Info

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Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Kobold'

…as Gaillardia 'Kobold' will cope with poor, sandy or stony soil and still produce a profusion of sunset-coloured flowers. Blanket Flower plants can also survive periods of drought and as they are hardy they'll be back to do it all over again, year after year. Height: 30cm (12). Spread: 45cm (18).  More Info

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Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Silvery Blue'

…for garden borders. It has aromatic, shimmering silvery stems that are covered in lavender blue flowers. It is a versatile and hardy shrub that can tolerate drought and exposed coastal positions, making it the perfect plant for gardens near the seaside. Russian Sage is best planted in large swathes,…  More Info

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Potentilla fruticosa 'Pink Beauty'

Potentilla fruticosa 'Pink Beauty' is an easy to grow hardy deciduous shrub that loves hot, sunny positions and is drought tolerant. This Shrubby Cinquefoil makes a pretty hedge if planted in a row, or can be planted in a pot in courtyard or roof top gardens. Its five petal, cup shaped pink flowers…  More Info

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Lavender 'Dwarf Blue'

…provides year-round interest and structure. The flowerheads continue to look attractive once they have dried on the plant. This robust, drought tolerant hardy perennial suits a great variety of planting schemes and will have bees and butterflies flocking to your garden. Height: 30cm (12in). Spread:…  More Info

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Sempervivum 'Mixed'

…die after flowering, the gaps are quickly filled by the surrounding younger rosettes for a continued display year after year. Extremely drought tolerant, hardy and low maintenance, Sempervivum 'Mixed' are great for wedging into wall crevices, alpine troughs, gravel gardens or patio containers for…  More Info

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Limonium gmelinii

…semi-evergreen leaves. Siberian statice makes an incredibly long-lasting cut flower, either fresh or dried, with the papery petals retaining their colour well. Drought and heat tolerant, this hardy perennial is easy to grow, low maintenance and loved by pollinators. Height and spread: 50cm (20in).  More Info

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Limonium gmelinii

…semi-evergreen leaves. Siberian statice makes an incredibly long-lasting cut flower, either fresh or dried, with the papery petals retaining their colour well. Drought and heat tolerant, this hardy perennial is easy to grow, low maintenance and loved by pollinators. Height and spread: 50cm (20in).  More Info

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Scabiosa columbaria 'Misty Butterflies'

…Butterflies' is a long-flowering and versatile dwarf scabious that really is a magnet for butterflies and other pollinators. Drought tolerant once established, this lovely hardy perennial is at home in gravel gardens, containers and along the edge of borders, producing mauve-lilac pincushion flowers…  More Info

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Achillea 'Noblessa'

…upright branching stems topped with a continuous flurry of snowy flowerheads from June to August. Plants will flower in their first year. Drought tolerant, this hardy perennial makes an excellent choice for dry gardens, informal borders and coastal sites, where its prolific blooms attract a host of…  More Info

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Helianthemum 'Golden Queen'

…hot, dry borders. The dainty blooms, which are a magnet for pollinators, blanket a neat mound of fine evergreen foliage. This hardy rock rose is easy to grow, drought resistant and low maintenance, thriving in dry, sandy soils. It looks fantastic in combination with other drought-tolerant…  More Info

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Distylium 'Vintage Jade'

Pest and disease resistant, tolerant to heat and drought, and superbly hardy, Distylium is a relatively unknown evergreen that provides an excellent alternative to box and other low-maintenance shrubs. With layered branches, Distylium ‘Vintage Jade’ forms a low, spreading shrub with…  More Info

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Osteospermum Sennen Sunrise

…centre, which is accentuated by a bright halo of golden orange pollen. Thriving in a well-drained, sheltered spot, this hardy African Daisy will triumph over heat, drought and light frosts. Low-maintenance and easy to grow, these compact, uniform and superbly cheerful plants will withstand neglect…  More Info

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Astelia 'Red Shadow'

…architectural focal point. Astelia 'Red Shadow' works equally well in partial shade with ferns, or in a sunny Mediterranean scheme with drought tolerant plants. This half hardy perennial will grow outdoors all year in milder parts of the UK but will require protection in colder parts of the country…  More Info

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Astelia 'Silver Shadow'

…as an architectural focal point. It works equally well in partial shade with ferns, or in a sunny Mediterranean scheme with drought tolerant plants. This half hardy perennial will grow outdoors all year in milder parts of the UK but will require protection in colder parts of the country and…  More Info

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Penstemon 'Pensham Trio'

…throats that rise on upright stems above the semi-evergreen foliage. These hard-working perennials won?t let you down! Come rain or drought, slugs or snails, these hardy perennials will persist year after year. This eye-catching trio combines three well known varieties in a range of jewel-like…  More Info

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Ligustrum vulgare 'Straight Talk'

…sports lustrous, bright green foliage and is perfect for hedging or as a vertical accent in the garden landscape. Cold hardy, growing in sun or shade, pollution tolerant, drought tolerant and coping with a wide range of soils, this vigorous, fast-growing shrub will quickly provide dense screening…  More Info

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Nandina 'Summer Sunset'

…beautifully with the older green foliage below. In summer, long stems bear delicate clusters of white flowers. This hardy, semi-evergreen shrub has a long season of interest, is drought tolerant once established and requires little maintenance. A worthy addition to borders and patio containers.…  More Info

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Geranium 'Foundlings Friend'

This easy-to-grow hardy geranium features violet-blue petals that are delicately patterned with deep-purple veining, ideal for bees and butterflies. This robust, compact variety will thrive in sunny borders, coping with periods of drought once established. Ht. 30cm.  More Info

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Salvia x sylvestris Rose Queen

…and vertical accents into herbaceous borders. Unlike most other hardy Salvias, which come in blue and violet hues, this one has deep pink buds which open to rose pink flowers borne on stiffly upright flower spikes. Drought tolerant once established, Salvia x sylvestris ‘Rose Queen’…  More Info

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Artemisia arborescens 'Powis Castle'

…feathery leaves, and has been awarded an RHS AGM. Originating from the Mediterranean, Wormwood has fantastic drought tolerance and is perfect for hot, sunny and dry borders! This hardy evergreen plant makes a wonderful highlight in cottage garden borders, gravel gardens and patio containers and…  More Info

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Phlox 'Pharao Blue Eye'

…'Pharao Blue Eye' will thrive in the driest of soils, producing an impenetrable mat of flowers, suppressing weeds and resisting drought! The detailed eye on each gleaming white flower sets this stunning, evergreen drought tolerant perennial apart from the crowd. Height: 15cm (6). Spread: 50cm (20).  More Info

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Gaillardia aristata 'Burgundy'

…and months. Blanket flowers are an extremely durable variety that tolerate drought and coastal positions that would prove challenging for many other plants, as well as positively thriving in light sandy soils. This hardy perennial provides unbeatable performance in patio containers, beds and…  More Info

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Geranium 'Storm Cloud'

Geranium ‘Storm Cloud’ is a beautiful new hardy geranium. Forms a bushy mound of dark green finely cut foliage and stems of vibrant purple flowers which bloom from June to October. Drought and temperature tolerant, this Geranium combines well with other herbaceous plants in a garden…  More Info

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Salvia Lips Collection

…in a large patio planter. These sages are drought tolerant, and the foliage has a blackcurrant scent. Nectar rich, the flowers will help attract bees and butterflies, making them a good choice for a wildlife friendly garden. Although they are hardy perennials, they do require some protection…  More Info

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Gaillardia 'Arizona Sun'

Enjoy the vibrant flowers of Gaillardia 'Arizona Sun' from late spring. These boldly coloured Blanket flowers are drought tolerant, thriving in hot, dry summers and coastal positions as well as cooler conditions - so you can be sure of a superb display whatever the weather. The large red blooms each…  More Info

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Gaura lindheimeri 'Sparkle White'

Something different to delight you this year! This stunning hardy perennial produces hundreds of white butterfly-like flowers on elegant slender stems, from early summer through to autumn. Gaura lindheimeri 'Sparkle White' has a neat, bushy habit making it ideally suited to growing in patio pots or…  More Info

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Scabiosa columbaria 'Pincushion Blue'

…front of dry, sunny borders. A magnet for butterflies and moths, this hardy perennial produces soft lavender pincushion flowers above a cushion of attractive divided foliage from late spring right through to autumn. Drought tolerant once established, scabious thrives in sunny, free-draining sites.…  More Info

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Scabiosa columbaria 'Pincushion Pink'

…and the front of dry, sunny borders. A magnet for butterflies and moths, this hardy perennial produces soft mauve-pink flowers above a cushion of attractive divided foliage from late spring right through to autumn. Drought tolerant once established, scabious thrives in sunny, free-draining sites.…  More Info

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Geranium 'Pink Sybil'

…resemble tiny roses, when they are opening. This Pelargonium has good drought tolerance, and regular deadheading will encourage new flowers to grow. Trails to: 45cm (18). Although technically perennial, Pelargoniums are only half hardy and therefore normally treated as annuals in the UK. However,…  More Info

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Centranthus ruber 'Albus'

Valerian plants are ideal for gardens with poor soils. Centranthus ruber ?Albus' are drought resistant and flower continually throughout the summer. They grow well at the base of walls and are also a popular garden plant for gardeners with homes on the coast, with salty winds and open exposure.…  More Info

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Thyme 'Archer's Gold'

This mat-forming thyme has bright, golden leaves which are delightfully lemon scented. Drought tolerant, it will thrive in dry, well-drained, sunny spots and looks wonderful creeping over containers, walls and rockeries. In summer, Thyme ‘Archers Gold’ produces small spikes of lilac-pink…  More Info

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Salvia greggii 'Blue Note'

…colours of which ‘Blue Note’ is no exception – the flowers come in a deep, rich blue that shines out in the border. This drought and heat tolerant perennial will flower all summer and into autumn until cut back by the first frosts. ‘Blue Note’ also has a lovely…  More Info

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Dianthus 'Diane'

…throughout the summer. Also known as Pinks, these hardy evergreen perennials are an easy, low maintenance addition to the garden. Grow Dianthus in cottage garden borders, patio containers, coastal gardens or on sunny banks where they tolerate drought well. Scented pinks also make marvellous, very…  More Info

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Dryopteris lepidopoda

Dryopteris lepidopoda is a fern with a surprise! It provides not just greenery, but a gorgeous range of sunset tones to light up shady borders. This hardy fern is semi-evergreen, so it is excellent for all-season weed-supressing ground cover, colour and interest. In spring, the young fronds emerge…  More Info

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Alnus cordata

…and exceptionally hardy tree makes a fine specimen for a large garden or as a hedging species. Valued for its ability to cope with a range of challenging growing conditions, it is tolerant of exposed coastal gardens, pollution, poor, compacted, or high pH soils, drought and waterlogging.…  More Info

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Lomandra 'White Sands'

…be surprised to learn that this eye-catching plant is a hardy perennial. It originates from the Australian outback, coping with some of the most challenging conditions you?ll find! Lomandra is tough and robust, tolerating heat, drought and temperatures as low as -10C (14F). Lomandra 'White Sands'…  More Info

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Sage 'Tricolour'

…equally useful for garnishing dishes and adding a rich flavour to meats and stuffing. Sage is undemanding and easy to grow, tolerating periods of drought with ease once established. The flavour of the leaves will be best when growing sage in warm, dry conditions. Height: 60cm (24). Spread: 90cm…  More Info

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Perovskia 'Crazy Blue'

Low maintenance, drought resistant and with foliage that’s just as much of a feature as the flowers, Russian sage is a staple of every sunny border. Perovskia ‘Crazy Blue’ is a relatively compact variety boasting upright spires of lilac-blue flowers in summer and early autumn,…  More Info

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Californian Poppy 'Butter Bush'

* Drought tolerantButtery yellow, single to semi- double flowers look fabulous sown in large drifts of colour or in patio containers. These dainty hardy annuals are tougher than they appear and positively thrive on poor, dry soils. The papery flowers of Eschscholzia 'Butter Bush' attract bees and…  More Info

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Gazania 'Red Shades'

…violet. It has large, exotic daisy style flowers, that have deep ruby red petals, and orange centres. They are compact and robust, with good drought and coastal tolerance. Gazanias are suitable for both garden borders, and pots and planters on sunny patios and decking areas. Height and spread:…  More Info

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Geranium Cloud Collection

…each of the following varieties: '* Geranium ?Storm Cloud? - a beautiful new hardy geranium. Forms a bushy mound of dark green finely cut foliage and stems of vibrant purple flowers which bloom from June to October. Drought and temperature tolerant, this Geranium combines well with other herbaceous…  More Info

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Acanthus spinosus

…impressive flower spikes of purple and white, which appear in late spring and summer. Native to the Mediterranean, Acanthus spinosus is incredibly drought tolerant once established - perfect for hot dry borders! Bear's Breeches make excellent cut flowers, adding height to cottage garden borders or…  More Info

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Agapanthus 'Bluestorm'

…Masses of soft violet flowers are carried on stiff stems making this a superb cut flower. The strap-like, semi evergreen foliage is resilient and drought resistant - just perfect for filling patio containers or creating low maintenance ground cover in sunny borders. Height: 76cm (30). Spread: 50cm…  More Info

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Caryopteris x clandonensis 'Thetis'

…September, clusters of beautiful, clear blue flowers appear at the tips of the stems which are highly attractive to pollinating insects. Compact and drought tolerant, this deciduous shrub is perfect for hot dry borders, Mediterranean gardens, cottage gardens and coastal areas. Height: 100cm (39).…  More Info

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Agastache 'Morello'

…in deep pink which provide striking vertical accents to borders. It also looks fabulous in containers where the aromatic foliage can be enjoyed at close quarters. This long flowering perennial is drought resistant, enjoying well drained, poor soil and full sun. Height: 75cm (30). Spread: 45cm (18).  More Info

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Lonicera pileata

…problems with box blight by choosing the Box-leaved Honeysuckle instead of traditional Box. Lonicera pileata plants are tough, quick-growing and drought tresistant. Box-leaved Honeysuckle is a low, spreading, evergreen shrub with glossy leaves. The display is enhanced by creamy spring flowers and…  More Info

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Alchemilla mollis

Lady Mantle is a herbaceous perennial, that is drought tolerant and makes a lovely addition to garden borders and rockeries, especially in cottage gardens. Alchemilla mollis also looks great planted underneath tree canopies, where many other types of plant struggle to grow. It has plumes of…  More Info

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Griselinia littoralis 'Green Horizon'

…Horizon’ is a fast-growing evergreen that makes a superb shrub or hedging plant, rapidly forming a dense screen against wind and noise. Drought and salt tolerant, it’s ideal for coastal gardens. Growth rate: 60-90cm per year. Height: 6m (19.7ft). Spread: 3m (9.8ft). Plant height and…  More Info

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Argemone platyceras

…nectar-rich flowers of Argemone platyceras. Flaunting impressively huge flowers each measuring up to 15cm (6) across, Prickly Poppy makes a big impact in sunny beds and borders. Easy to grow and drought tolerant, a great choice for gardens with dry, sandy soils. Height: 40cm (16). Spread: 30cm (12).  More Info

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Agastache aurantiaca 'Apricot Sprite'

…which is highly aromatic. Agastache aurantiaca 'Apricot Sprite' is an excellent gap filler, pepping up flagging borders at the end of the season. Drought tolerant, it also makes an exceptional container specimen on its own or alongside late flowering bedding. Height: 45cm (18). Spread: 30cm (12).  More Info

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Marigold 'Hot Stuff'

This tall, large flowered, African Marigold will shake off summer heat and drought as well as rain. Marigold ‘Hot Stuff’ is a robust performer, reliably producing masses of bright orange, ruffled pompons which will spice up containers, borders and cut flower displays. Excellent for…  More Info

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Echinacea Paradoxa

This drought tolerant, prairie perennial makes a fabulous candidate for a hot, late summer border alongside knifophias and crocosmias, injecting colour right through to autumn. A basal clump of long, narrow leaves gives rise to straight, sturdy stalks with terminal flowers. The flowers have a…  More Info

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Euonymus fortunei 'Blonde Beauty'

…low hedging and ground cover. This superb Euonymus will happily grow in difficult clay soils, North-facing positions and will even tolerate drought once established. Add some sparkle and winter colour to your borders with Euonymus fortunei 'Blonde Beauty'. Height: 60cm (24). Spread: 100cm…  More Info

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