California Native and Drought-Tolerant Plants: Grasses, Shrubs, and Trees

Grasses, shrubs, and trees are crucial elements of a lovely garden. Grasses bring movement and seasonal blooms, while shrubs add height, flowers, and protection for wildlife. Trees offer shade. Choosing to plant native and drought-tolerant plants is a sustainable choice because they require less water than other types of plants.

Arctostaphylos 'Howard McMinn' (Manzanita)

Muhlenbergia rigens (Deergrass)

Carex pansa (Sand Dune Sedge)

Ceanothus sp. (California Lilac)

Cercis occidentalis (Western Redbud)

Ceanothus 'Ray Hartman'

Heteromeles arbutifolia (Toyon)

Salvia apiana (White Sage)