This plant list was created by horticulture and conservation experts as a tool to assist the general gardner in making decisions about how to use water more efficiently in their landscapes. In this guide, you will discover trees, shrubs, bulbs, perennials, ground covers, and ornamental grasses that were chosen because they are suited to our Mediterranean-type climate and require less water, fertilizer, maintenance or other special care once they are established.

Click on the categories below to browse water-efficient plants included in this guide: