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drought hardy shrubs #862874

Asked March 30, 2024, 3:10 PM EDT

Suggestions please for highly drought resistant, flowering shrubs that cab take central Oregon's midsummer heat. Up to six ft tall or trimable. thank you jim

Deschutes County Oregon

Expert Response

Hi Jim,
Thank you for your question about suggested drought resistant flowering shrubs.

The following publication lists a variety of plants and flowering shrubs that are drought resistant and grow well in our Central Oregon climate. A plant description and growing conditions are provided in addition to photos. Garden planning, design and irrigation are also included: Water-wise Gardening in Central Oregon | OSU Extension Catalog | Oregon State University

The OSU Deschutes County Extension website provides many helpful publications about gardening in Central Oregon. Following is a link to this website, which will direct you to gardening topics and plants that are specific for our geographic area and climate.
Central Oregon Garden Publications | OSU Extension Service (oregonstate.edu)

If you need additional information or have questions, I recommend you call the Deschutes County OSU Extension office in Redmond at<personal data hidden>. Ask to speak with Amy Jo Detweiler (oregonstate.edu), a member of the Horticulture Staff. Amy Jo welcomes your home garden questions and is a great resource.


Susan P., OSU Master Gardener Volunteer Replied April 02, 2024, 6:57 PM EDT

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