10 Best Low Maintenance Plants for Landscaping Your Home

Short on time for maintenance but ready to dig into Spring gardening and update your landscape? We have you covered! These 10 plants are known for their low-maintenance qualities while beautifying your landscape. Dig in!

Succulents

Succulents are ideal for low-maintenance landscaping because they require minimal watering and can thrive in hot and dry environments.

One of our favorites are “chicks and hens”, otherwise known as House Leeks. They tolerate drought and poor soil, making them a great option for borders and rocky areas.

Lavender

Lavender is a hardy plant that is drought-tolerant and requires little maintenance. It also has a pleasant fragrance and can add color and texture to a landscape. It’s bee and butterfly-friendly, plus you can use it to scent your home and bath. Also lovely in baked goods and teas!

Ornamental grasses

Ornamental grasses are low-maintenance plants that can add texture and movement to a landscape. They are also drought-tolerant and require little water.

Yucca

A hardy plant that is drought-tolerant, Yucca thrives in hot and dry environments. It also has a unique architectural shape that can add interest to a landscape.

Hostas

Hostas are low-maintenance plants that are ideal for shaded areas. They require little watering and can add color and texture to a landscape.

Daylilies

Daylilies are hardy plants that require little maintenance and can add color and texture to a landscape. They also attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Russian Sage

Russian Sage is a low-maintenance perennial plant that has silvery-gray foliage and purple-blue flowers. It is drought-tolerant and can add texture and color to a landscape.

Coneflower

Coneflowers are hardy plants that require little maintenance and can add color and texture to a landscape. They also attract butterflies and bees. The flowers of this plant are often used in teas for a sweet, floral note.

Sedum

Sedum is a low-maintenance succulent that is drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering. It also has unique foliage and can add texture to a landscape.

Juniper

Junipers are hardy evergreen plants that require little maintenance and can add texture and color to a landscape. They also provide year-round interest and are drought-tolerant. If you’re a bird watcher, birds love to devour Juniper fruit!