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Homes & Gardens
Drew Swainston

Perennials That Don't Seem to Notice a Heatwave – These 7 Plants Are Unfazed by Temperature Spikes

Drought-tolerant plants growing in a rock garden and along a stone path at the Chelsea Flower Show.

There are a unique category of plants who don’t blink an eye at high temperatures, they barely notice and carry on regardless. These plants deserve a bit of love, so let’s shine a spotlight on some tough perennials that don’t seem to notice a heatwave.

A heatwave takes a heavy toll on gardeners and their plants, but not these seven. These perennial plants like sun and don’t need lots of extra watering when the temperature rise. Whether because of their deep roots, native climate, or unique characteristics, it makes them drought-tolerant and able to thrive even during a heatwave.

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