First things first is determining your growing zone.

Coneflowers, aka echinacea, are drought tolerant and also help attractbutterfliesandbeesto your garden (fromThe Gardening Cook).

For full foliage, it’s possible for you to’t go wrong with hostas.

Woman gardening

Semi-hardy veggies include carrots, beets, Swiss chard, cauliflower, potatoes, and celery.

Planting hostas