Sun, Heat, Wind & Drought Tolerant Shrubs for Zone 6b (South Central Kansas)

A gardener in south central Kansas (zone 6b) has 'Wine & Roses' Weigelas scorching on a south-facing wall with full sun, reflected heat, wind, and drought. Needs tough replacements.

Expert Suggestions

• Wind is the primary damaging factor—constant issue for any plant.
• Lavender & Rosemary: Love heat/sun, drought-tolerant, but still need water in extreme conditions.
• Succulents: Many tolerate these conditions; visit local nursery for zone-appropriate varieties.

Reality Check

No shrub thrives indefinitely in that microclimate without supplemental water. Even "drought-tolerant" plants need establishment irrigation. Consider a windbreak or accepting some scorching as inevitable.