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Mexican Feather Grass

Nassella tenuissima

Best Xeriscape Plants for the Apocalypse

2026 Western Landscape Conference Series

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Plant Features

Drought TolerantDrought Tolerant
Special FeatureDances beautifully with every breeze, adding graceful movement and whimsical charm to your garden.
Mature WidthGrows 1-2 feet wide, ideal for mass plantings or softening landscape edges.
Care LevelSuper easy care! Once established, it practically thrives on neglect, perfect for busy gardeners.
Seasonal SparkleIts silky, blonde plumes shimmer from spring through fall, bringing a soft, golden glow to your landscape.
Design MagicCreates a dreamy, ethereal texture, transforming your garden into a serene, flowing masterpiece.

Seeking a plant that brings graceful motion and year-round beauty to your landscape? Mexican Feather Grass is an ideal choice, creating a serene, living tapestry. Its fine texture and airy form are perfect for softening hard edges or providing a delicate counterpoint to bolder plants. Consider planting it with robust cacti or vivid salvias to craft a truly dynamic and low-maintenance garden scene.

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Red Yucca

Hesperaloe parviflora

Best Xeriscape Plants for the Apocalypse

2026 Western Landscape Conference Series

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Plant Features

Drought TolerantDrought Tolerant
Attracts HummingbirdsAttracts Hummingbirds
Special FeatureShowy coral-red flower spikes add dynamic vertical interest for months.
Bloom SeasonBlooms spring through fall, offering a spectacular, long-lasting burst of color.
Ideal PlacementFantastic in rock gardens, mass plantings, or as a striking accent. Pair with Agave or Desert Willow for a dazzling scene!
Care LevelSuper easy-care once established; practically thrives on neglect.
Cold ToleranceHardy down to 0-10°F (-18 to -12°C), bouncing back beautifully each spring.

Red Yucca brings amazing structure and year-round beauty to any garden. Its striking evergreen foliage forms attractive clumps, providing continuous interest through every season. This resilient plant is perfect for creating a beautiful, low-maintenance landscape that stands out with its vibrant color and unique form.

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Apache Plume

Fallugia paradoxa

Best Xeriscape Plants for the Apocalypse

2026 Western Landscape Conference Series

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Plant Features

Native PlantNative Plant
Drought TolerantDrought Tolerant
Pollinator FriendlyPollinator Friendly
Special FeaturePuffy, pinkish-white seed heads create a delightful fluffy display, lasting through fall and winter.
Bloom SeasonCharming white flowers appear from late spring through summer, often blooming up to fall's first chill.
Growth HabitA lovely rounded shrub, often as wide as it is tall.
Care LevelSuper low-fuss! A late winter trim keeps it tidy, but it's mostly self-sufficient.
Soil NeedsNot picky at all! Thrives in poor, rocky, or sandy soils, just ensure good drainage.

Apache Plume brings an ethereal, airy quality and dynamic movement to your garden design. This incredibly tough shrub brightens the landscape with its charming seasonal display and offers persistent beauty even into the colder months. It's truly a champion for sustainable gardening, thriving with minimal fuss in challenging conditions and providing a soft, textured look. Pair this resilient beauty with bold native grasses like Muhly or the striking forms of Agave to create a harmonious, water-wise tapestry in your outdoor space.

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Mormon Tea

Ephedra viridis

Best Xeriscape Plants for the Apocalypse

2026 Western Landscape Conference Series

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Plant Features

Native PlantNative Plant
Drought TolerantDrought Tolerant
MedicinalMedicinal
Special FeatureRocks a year-round green vibe with unique jointed stems, creating cool architectural interest.
Mature SpreadGrows 2-5 feet wide, making it a perfect mid-sized shrub for defining garden spaces.
Soil PreferenceHappy in well-draining soil, it's not fussy, just hates soggy feet!
Winter InterestKeeps your garden looking sharp all year, especially in winter when its green stems truly pop!
Care LevelSuper low-maintenance, perfect for busy gardeners.

Want a plant that's always in style? Mormon Tea brings a seriously cool, modern vibe to your garden with its distinctive, jointed green stems! It's super tough, too, making it a fantastic choice for creating a resilient, eye-catching landscape. Perfect for adding unique texture and form, this plant shines when partnered with bold yuccas or agaves, creating a dynamic, water-wise display.

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Big Sagebrush

Artemisia tridentata

Best Xeriscape Plants for the Apocalypse

2026 Western Landscape Conference Series

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Plant Features

Native PlantNative Plant
FragrantFragrant
Drought TolerantDrought Tolerant
Special FeatureSilvery-gray foliage creates a luminous display.
Mature SpreadGrows 3-6 feet wide, forming a robust presence.
Soil PreferencePrefers well-drained, rocky, or sandy soil.
Care LevelSuper easy to care for once established.
Year-Round AppealProvides evergreen structure and texture year-round.

Big Sagebrush brings a distinctive aromatic scent and silvery appeal to your garden, making it a foundation plant for naturalistic designs. Its unique texture adds depth to any landscape, inviting local wildlife to enjoy your resilient space. Consider planting alongside other tough beauties like Apache Plume or various desert grasses for a cohesive, sustainable look.

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Blue Grama Grass

Bouteloua gracilis

Best Xeriscape Plants for the Apocalypse

2026 Western Landscape Conference Series

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Plant Features

Native PlantNative Plant
Drought TolerantDrought Tolerant
Erosion ControlErosion Control
Special FeatureEyelash-like seed heads add whimsical charm from late summer through winter
Year-Round AppealEnjoy lovely blue-green foliage throughout the seasons
Garden DesignForms a tidy clump, about 1-2 feet wide, perfect for smaller spaces or mass plantings
Dynamic TextureAdds soft texture and delightful movement to your landscape
Landscape RoleFantastic for naturalizing, creating a low-water lawn look, or enhancing rock gardens and borders

Blue Grama Grass brings subtle beauty and captivating movement, making it a standout for water-wise gardens. This elegant choice creates resilient, beautiful spaces with minimal effort, perfect for gardeners seeking sustainability without sacrificing style. Picture it as a graceful companion to bold succulents or vibrant coneflowers, effortlessly enhancing your landscape's natural flow. Its unassuming presence belies its tough character, offering enduring beauty and a touch of wild charm to any design.

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Engelmann's Prickly Pear

Opuntia engelmannii

Best Xeriscape Plants for the Apocalypse

2026 Western Landscape Conference Series

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Plant Features

EdibleEdible
Drought TolerantDrought Tolerant
Native PlantNative Plant
Special FeatureIts unique paddle-like stems create an instant desert vibe.
Mature SpreadCan spread 3 to 5 feet wide, perfect for a bold statement.
Bloom TimeBlooms late spring through early summer with bright yellow, cup-shaped flowers.
Cold ToleranceSurprisingly resilient, handling winter temperatures down to 10°F (-12°C).
Garden ImpactOffers striking architectural form and year-round interest.
Fruit for HarvestProduces juicy, reddish-purple fruits perfect for jams and treats.

Engelmann's Prickly Pear creates a stunning focal point, lending a unique charm to your landscape. It thrives in low-care environments and pairs beautifully with the vibrant blooms of desert marigolds, enhancing any garden space.

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Palmer's Penstemon

Penstemon palmeri

Best Xeriscape Plants for the Apocalypse

2026 Western Landscape Conference Series

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Plant Features

Native PlantNative Plant
Drought TolerantDrought Tolerant
FragrantFragrant
Attracts HummingbirdsAttracts Hummingbirds
Pollinator FriendlyPollinator Friendly
Special FeatureStriking vertical blooms create garden drama
Mature HeightGrows up to 5 feet tall and 2 feet wide
Bloom TimeDelights from late spring to summer
Garden PlacementPerfect for adding a bold statement to the back of your borders
Soil NeedsLoves well-draining, sandy or rocky soil
MaintenanceSuper easy to care for, just prune spent flower spikes

Palmer's Penstemon adds a showy vertical accent with its vibrant, bell-shaped blooms that truly captivate. Its distinctive architectural form is perfect for creating dynamic visual interest in your landscape. For a truly captivating display, consider pairing its bold presence with the graceful sway of Mexican Feather Grass or the serene beauty of a Desert Willow.

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Adam's Needle

Yucca filamentosa

Best Xeriscape Plants for the Apocalypse

2026 Western Landscape Conference Series

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Plant Features

Drought TolerantDrought Tolerant
Native PlantNative Plant
Special FeatureIts sword-like leaves form a stunning architectural rosette, crowned by a towering flower spike that's pure garden drama!
Blooming SeasonShowcases creamy white, bell-shaped flowers from late spring to early summer.
Soil PreferencePrefers well-draining, sandy, or gravelly soil for happy roots.
Year-Round AppealSpiky, evergreen foliage provides fantastic year-round structure and texture.

Adam's Needle brings bold, architectural presence to any garden, effortlessly transforming spaces with its striking form. Its spiky leaves create a year-round focal point, while towering flower spikes add spectacular vertical interest in spring and early summer. Ideal for xeriscapes, rock gardens, or simply adding a dramatic touch, this tough cookie thrives on neglect, creating a beautiful and resilient landscape. It pairs beautifully with lower-growing companions like vibrant sedums or the feathery textures of ornamental grasses for a truly captivating and water-wise display.

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Parry's Agave

Agave parryi

Best Xeriscape Plants for the Apocalypse

2026 Western Landscape Conference Series

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Plant Features

Drought TolerantDrought Tolerant
Native PlantNative Plant
Special FeatureStunning architectural form with blue-gray leaves and a tidy rosette that adds instant drama!
Mature SpreadSpreads 3-4 feet wide, creating a bold, ground-hugging statement.
Hardiness ZoneA tough cookie, happy in USDA Zones 5-9, tolerating surprising cold!
Bloom DisplayAfter years of quiet beauty, it sends up a colossal flower stalk up to 20 feet, adorned with cheerful yellow blooms.
Soil PreferenceNot picky about soil, just needs it to drain well! Sandy, rocky, or lean soils are just fine.

Invite drama and sophistication into your garden with Parry's Agave! Its striking presence creates an instant focal point, perfect for modern or xeriscape designs. Enjoy years of its robust beauty, whether showcased as a solo specimen or complemented by the softer textures of native wildflowers and ornamental grasses. This beauty offers a truly low-maintenance addition to your resilient landscape.

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