You buy a Drought Tolerant Seed Mix. The cheery plants boast bright yellow blooms that attract a variety of pollinators. Indigenous to West Africa, this plant is one of the hardest in the world. The Veggie Patch Reimagined has a great list of drought tolerant plants. Don't worry about watering houseplants by choosing low-water indoor plants. They don’t love direct sun, so a north-facing window tends to be best. But not all plants have roots. Plants that do not live in soil, or that have adapted methods for feeding without roots, frequently do not have them. Water your cast iron plant every two to three weeks, and water it sparsely—its roots will rot if you give it too much moisture. Plant Drought Tolerant Vegetables – Some vegetables don’t need as much water as others. By grouping plants with similar watering needs and choosing plants that don't require much moisture, you'll spend less time watering. “You actually don’t water the soil; you just water inside the top of the plant and let the water pool there.” The drought-tolerant bromeliad only needs to be watered when the top two inches of soil feel dry. Zones 3-8; Globe thistle: Globe thistle, a native to the Mediterranean, is a striking plant with silvery foliage and globes of steely blue flowers. That said, it does get its name from its long, sharp leaves. Blending this distinctive palette of colors, forms, and textures allows you to create plant combinations to suit any landscape situation. These beauties make great indoor or outdoor plants. Grouping plants together by watering requirement can help you accurately prevent overwatering of those that don’t need much. Perennial sunflowers: Perennial sunflowers are tough, long blooming perennials that don’t need much water. It can cope without much water – and without much light, too. “These are really cool plants,” says Fleming-Barnhardt. A plant's roots are designed to take up food and water into the plant's vascular system. Extremely hardy and difficult-to-kill, cast iron plants first came from the forests of Japan and Taiwan and now can be found in many homes. Kalanchoes The houseplant experts at Costa Farms share 10 of their favorites -- and tips. Amaranth, cow beans, corn, mustard greens, purlane, spinach, tomatoes, chard and a few others don’t need as much water. Available on Amazon ; $12.99 for 38 stalks. Although the year’s dry winter has many homeowners switching to grass-free yards, those low-water alternatives don’t always hit the spot when what you want is soft green turf. So, watch your fingers. All you need is a glass of water at least an inch deep and a support system of gravel (or some other medium) to keep the plants standing straight. 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