Drought Resistant Landscapes for the Sacramento Area

Here are some drought resistant landscapes that I thought I would share since we are right in the middle of a severe drought in the Sacramento Region.  Water rates are planned to increase, so we all need to do our part in conserving water.

A drought tolerant landscape consists of plants that require very little to no water.  There area a large number of trees, plants and shrubs that you can find that will work. By getting rid of your lawn and replacing it with low-water-needs shrubs, you will drastically reduce your water usage and a whole lot of maintenance. Say goodbye to mowing every weekend in the heat!  Take a look at some of the landscapes below for ideas.

See a list of drought tolerant flowers and plants below the pictures!

DROUGHT RESISTANT FLOWERS AND PLANTS

BHG.com selected more than 40 plants that will thrive in climates that see both rain and drought. Plants like these, tolerant of difficult conditions, are often weeds or invasive in certain areas, so do some research before planting.

Agastache
Amsonia
Artemisia
Autumn sage (Salvia greggii)
Balloon flower
Bearded irises
Blue flax (Linum perenne)
Blue spirea
(Caryopteris x clandonensis)
Broom (Cystisus and Genista)
Butterflyweed
(Asclepias tuberosa)
Candytuft (Iberis sempervirens)
Catmint (Nepeta)
Creeping phlox
Creeping thyme; wooly thyme
Culinary sage (Salvia officinalis)
Dianthus, including Cheddar Pink and others
Gaillardia
Gaura
Gayfeather (Liatris)
Globe thistle (Echinops)
Read more: http://www.birdsandblooms.com/gardening/drought-tolerant-gardening/40-drought-resistant-flowers-plants/#ixzz3WvJV0mLl