4 super drought-tolerant and easy-to-grow flowering plants that survive when tossed in soil, lazy gardeners' favorite
There are many drought-tolerant plants, such as aloe and cactus, but not that many that bloom beautifully and are easy to grow. These 4 flowering plants have gorgeous, beautiful flowers and are super drought-tolerant as potted plants, so you don't have to worry about water shortage from time to time. They are simply deeply loved by lazy gardeners.
1. Crown of Thorns (Euphorbia milii)
The stems of Crown of Thorns have thorns, its flowers are beautiful, and its flowering period is especially long. Not only is it tolerant of poor soil, it is also very drought-tolerant. Too much watering can instead easily cause root rot or yellow leaves. So when watering normally, be lazy and don't be too diligent. Be sure to wait until the potting soil is completely dry before watering, and when you water, water thoroughly. It needs no care normally and is very easy to grow.
2. Moss Rose
Moss Rose is Portulaca grandiflora. Its flowers are not large but come in rich colors, and its flowering period is relatively long, lasting from early summer to early winter. It is especially drought-tolerant; it won't die even without watering for half a month, just like its name. However, if the sun is brilliant, its flowers bloom even more splendidly. Moss Rose rarely suffers from pests and diseases and is a kind of flower that is easy to grow.
3. Desert Rose
When in full bloom, Desert Rose looks a bit like a small trumpet and has a very brilliant rose-red color. Its flowering period is very long, blooming continuously through all four seasons. Desert Rose likes a climate environment of high temperature, drought, and ample sunlight. It is drought-tolerant but not tolerant of waterlogging. Do not water too much normally, otherwise it can easily cause root rot.
4. Bougainvillea
Bougainvillea produces a great number of flowers, and its flowering period is relatively long. When it blooms, the whole tree is full of flowers, with especially brilliant colors; you could say only flowers are visible and no leaves. Bougainvillea is especially drought-tolerant and must not be overwatered. Also, give it more sun, and it will bloom all over the tree. As a potted plant, it can just be left to grow freely.