10 drought-tolerant plants you can get from B&Q for as little as £2.99 – they survive extreme heat & look pretty too

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FLOWER POWER 10 drought-tolerant plants you can get from B&Q for as little as £2.99 – they survive extreme heat & look pretty too
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IT looks like the hot weather is going nowhere.
And while we might be loving it, our gardens aren't as big of a fan.
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Especially as our plants and grass aren't just tackling the heat, they're also struggling with a lack of rainfall, and hosepipe bans are put in place.
Fortunately, there are plenty of plants that can withstand the harsh conditions.
And you can get them for as little as £2.99 so you won't have to spend a fortune replacing any dead ones.
B&Q's Outdoor Expert, Mark Sage says: 'When the temperature rises, choose plants that not only survive in the heat, but thrive in it - think 'right plant, right place'.
"Mediterranean favourites like lavender, catmint, and Echinacea are great to include in your garden, along with rosemary, which is always a welcome addition to the kitchen too. These plants are perfect for sunny spots, having evolved with adaptions such as deep roots, hairy foliage, water conserving oils in their leaves, or succulent textures that conserve moisture.
"In the first year, the plants will need regular, deep watering to help them establish themselves in the garden, but once settled they flourish on minimal watering. To boost resilience, try adding organic mulch or homemade compost before hot spells to retain soil moisture and suppress any weeds.
"With the right soil, sun, and a layer of mulch, these plants will bring vibrant, low-maintenance beauty to your garden all summer long.'
Lavender - £14.99
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Lavender willl last through any weather
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Not only does lavender have a calming fragrance to waft through the garden, it also adds a gorgeous splash of colour thanks to its purple buds.
While it may look delicate, this hardy shrub can tolerate high temperatures and a dry climate with no problems.
Rosemary - £4.60 each
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Rosemary loves bathing in the sun
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This plant has needle-like leaves that flower pink, purple, blue, or white flowers.
The rosemary plant is native to the Mediterranean so it thrives in warm, sunny spots in the garden with free-draining soil - making it perfect for hot summers in the UK.
Catmint - £6 each
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You might find an influx of cats in your garden
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As the name suggests, this plant produces a scent that felines love.
It's also a tough perennial with gorgeous violet-purple flowers and aromatic leaves.
Catmint needs minimal water and lots of sun to thrive.
Penstemon - £9.99
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These stunning bells have a long flowering period
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This flowering plant is often known as beardtongue.
It has a long flowering period so will add some colour to your garden well into autumn and comes in a variety of colours.
Pony Tails Grass - £6.30
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This grass will add texture to any garden
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With thin stems and fluffy tips, this plant adds a different texture to your garden.
The drought-resistant grass with feathery panicles is native to the south of the United States, northern Mexico, and Argentina so is used to the heat.
Echinacea seeds - £2.99
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These beauties are part of the daisy family
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Native to North America, these gorgeous flowers love dry and hot climates.
The flowers are particularly popular with bees and butterflies and are part of the daisy family and come in multiple colours.
Ceanothus (California lilacs) - £8 each
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this plant adds colour and loves the heat
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This charming plant comes in various shades of blue but can also have white and pink flowers.
Also known as California Lilacs, these plants love the sunshine and well-drained soil.
Bottlebrush - £10.49
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The bottlebrush plant adds a unique touch
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This unique shrub looks striking in any garden thanks to the spikey flower which resembles a bottle brush.
Native to Australia, this plant is extremely drought tolerant and grows happily in full or partial sunshine.
Cordyline - £11.99
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The pretty thick eaves will break up your flowers
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For a dramatic display in your garden, plant cordylines, which are native to the west Pacific Ocean region and thrive best in mild climates, ideally in coastal areas.
It has palm-like leaves in varying shades of green, bronze, and purple, cordylines bring plenty of drama to any outdoor space.
Strawberry Tree - £18.99
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These small trees are perfect for adding to porches
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This stunning shrub is from the Mediterranean and blooms pink or white flowers.
This plant is ideal for dry sunny areas and produces strawberry-like fruits in autumn, hence the common name, strawberry tree.
Plus, it's a firm favourite with butterflies and bees.