Many heat-tolerant trees also have somedrought tolerance.
Read on to discover the trees that can handle the hottest summer temperatures and the growing conditions they prefer.
When looking for trees that resist drought, look for trees with smaller and waxier leaves.
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These characteristics help your trees maintain moisture levels.
They have also produced “heat-shock proteins” to counteract regular proteins that die in hot weather.
Acacia
Acacia is widely adaptable to nearly any landscape but thrives in the heat.
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This tree prefers moist soil, so it’s less drought-tolerant than other species.
Catalpa
Catalpa is one of the prettiest trees to add to the landscape.
Hummingbirds and bees will enjoy the flowering season with a catalpa around.
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Catalpas prefer moist soil but can tolerate short periods of drought as a mature tree.
Cedar
Large, evergreen cedar trees dusted with snow lend images of reindeer and nutcracker suites.
But they are just as at home in the heat, too.
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Cedar can be grown from germinated seeds, transplanted when small, and staked for solid growth.
Cedar of Lebanon is one of the most drought tolerant, although cedars prefer regular water.
Crepe Myrtle
A southern treat, crepe myrtle thrives in hot, full sunspaces.
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The more sun, the more likely you will see atree covered in bright blossoms.
Plant in late summer in the Souththe further north you get, the less likely it will survive winter.
Crepe myrtle tends to be drought tolerant once it’s well established.
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However, it doesn’t like being left dry for long periods.
It shoots up at as much as six feet per year.
Hackberry needs very little attention and will do well just about anywhere.
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It’s a drought-tolerant plant that holds strong against wind and provides good shade.
Juniper
Another heat-tolerant evergreen, juniper, is popular in many landscapes for its versatility.
Most junipers have some level of drought resistance, making them a good choice in more arid climates.
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However, precautions should be taken in areas prone to wildfires.
Oak trees tend to prefer moist soil, but well-established trees can handle a short period of drought.
Pine
The classic scent of pine trees wafts through the landscape while the summer sun blazes down.
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Pine trees propagate well from seed and last through the hot summer and winter.
They grow easily in many prefs and are as gorgeous as an outdoor Christmas tree.
Many pine trees prefer moist soil but are relatively drought-tolerant once established.
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Enjoy subsequent plantings as a sustainable source of firewood or a single tree as an established fixture.
Poplars are not known to be drought tolerant.
This tree prefers regular water but handles drought better than other linden trees.
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It has a low-branching habit and a flattish crown.
Dark green leaves, 3 to 6 inches long, turn an attractive red in fall.
Don’t let drought affect your dogwoods.
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They must be watered deeply in high heat, especially in full sun.
This species loves wet soil and does not handle drought well.
The wood is weak and easy to snap in high winds.
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This sun lover can take the heat if it’s irrigated.
Silver Maple
It is named because the undersides of this maple tree’s leaves are silver.
This tree is found throughout the United States since it naturalizes easily and grows quickly.
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In fall, it turns attractive shades of yellow, orange, or red.
This shallow-rooted tree should be kept away from areas with pipes or paving.
Regularly water a young silver maple, even in wet soil; it will tolerate some drought once established.
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Southern Magnolia
Southern magnolia is a large evergreen tree that needs lots of space.
It has a dense canopy and a shallow root system.
If the tree has ample room for root expansion and loamy soil, it will bedrought tolerant.
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Catalpa trees are the most heat-tolerant trees with pretty flowers.
Other heat-tolerant flowering trees include southern magnolias and flowering dogwoods.
Maples are reliable full sun trees that usually need very little maintenance.
