Drought-Resistant Crops and Varieties The following is an excerpt from a helpful handout published by the UCANR that can help you conserve water by planting varieties of popular crops that use less water and are hardier when faced with drought conditions than other varieties. You can download the entire document at https://ucanr.edu/sites/scmg/files/183771.pdf Some crops and varieties require less water than others once they are established. The vegetables, grains and herbs on the following list were selected from seed catalogs and seed catalog websites that specifically mention the terms “drought-resistant” or “drought-tolerant” in the variety description. The list is not exhaustive, but represents an opportunity for the home food gardener to consider new (or new to you) and/or unusual crops or varieties that allow you to be water-wise. For additional possibilities, consult seed companies or nurseries that specialize in plants suitable for desert or dry climate areas.
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