July has a reputation for being the month when gardeners wilt faster than their plants, but it is still an excellent time to establish many drought-tolerant perennials. Choose the right species, water them carefully while they settle in, and they will reward you with years of color, texture, and resilience while demanding remarkably little once established.
Planting in midsummer does require a slightly different approach. Timing, soil preparation, and consistent watering during the first few weeks make all the difference, particularly across the warmer parts of the US in USDA Zones 6 to 10.
