Drought-Tolerant Perennials for Southern California Coastal Gardens (Zone 10)

Water-Wise Perennials for Seal Beach, CA

Excellent choices for zone 10 coastal drought tolerance:

• Lantana, Purple Sage, Red Yucca, Achillea, Aloe, Lemon Bottlebrush, Cassia, Pampas Grass, Coreopsis, Tritoma, Lavender, Oleander, Bird-of-Paradise, Matilija Poppy, Bush Germander, Agave, Artemisia, Ice Plant, Centaurea, Dusty Miller, Yucca, Bougainvillea, Cacti, Cape Honeysuckle, Wisteria, Rosemary, Santolina, Olive.

Visit a well-stocked local nursery; they often have a dedicated xeriscape section. Also see UC Cooperative Extension Orange County for region-specific lists.