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Aug 15, 2026|
15 min
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By Alison Ingleby

55 Drought Tolerant Plants for a Beautiful, Water-Saving Garden

Looking for plants you don't have to water? Find plants for dry gardens, shady borders and cut flower beds that can cope with the hot, dry summers of the future.
Aug 15, 2026|
15 min
|
By Alison Ingleby
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