Our Plant Catalog

Agastache, Tutti Frutti

Also known as Hummingbird Mint, Agastache are delightful perennials that boast sprays of raspberry pink tubular blooms in spring and summer. A great nectar source for hummingbirds and butterflies.

Bloom Color * : Red/Orange, Blue/Purple/Pink
Light Requirements * : Part Sun
Max Height * : 4 Feet
Max Spread * : 4 Feet
Origin : Cultivar
Drought Tolerant : Yes
Texas Native * : No
USDA Zone (TX) * : 6, 7, 8, 9

Artemesia, 'Powis Castle'

Artemesia ' Powis Castle'

An evergreen mini-shrub with lace-like, silver gray foliage. It grows in a dense 2 to 3 foot mound that benefits from occasional shaping. The plant is a cultivar that does not produce flowers or seed.

Texas Native * : No
Light Requirements * : Full Sun, Part Sun
Max Height * : 3 Feet
USDA Zone (TX) * : 6, 7, 8, 9
Spread : 6 Feet
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Beebalm, Lemon Mint (purple)

Monarda citriodora

This purple blooming bee and butterfly pollinator provides a fresh lemony scent to any Texas garden. Not only is this annual Monarda pleasantly scented, but it can actually be used for medicinal and culinary purposes as well. It has been known to relieve symptoms of the common cold and is a great addition to tea or citrusy desserts.

Bloom Color * : Blue/Purple/Pink
Light Requirements * : Full Sun, Part Sun
Max Height * : 2 Feet
Max Spread * : 2 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
USDA Zone (TX) * : 6, 7, 8, 9

Bicolor Iris

Dietes bicolor

The upright, grass-like leaves and buttery yellow flowers of this perennial makes it a great addition to any garden. It blooms best with full sun, but appreciates afternoon shade in our hot Texas summers. \r\n

Light Requirements * : Full Sun, Part Sun, Full Shade
Bloom Color * : Yellow/Green
Max Height * : 3 Feet
Max Spread * : 3 Feet
Texas Native * : No
USDA Zone (TX) * : 8, 9

Black-eyed Susan

Rudbeckia hirta

A classic perennial for any garden. With its large yellow flowers with dark centers this plant knows how to combine beauty with toughness. It forms a clump of tall beautiful flowers that can be used as cut flowers or for attracting butterflies. Plant in mass for an amazing show of color.

Zone : 3
Bloom Color * : Yellow/Green
Light Requirements * : Full Sun
Max Height * : 2.5 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
Max Spread * : 2 Feet
USDA Zone (TX) * : 6, 7, 8, 9

Blanketflower

Gaillardia aristata

Also known as Common Gaillardia, this staple perennial promises to be a showy addition to native Texas landscapes. While it is great for land restoration, it also provides nourishment for pollinators, wildlife, and livestock.

Bloom Color * : Red/Orange
Light Requirements * : Full Sun
Max Height * : 2 Feet
Max Spread * : 3 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
USDA Zone (TX) * : 6, 7, 8, 9
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Blue Flax

Linum lewisii

Bloom Color * : Blue/Purple/Pink
Light Requirements * : Full Sun, Part Sun
Max Spread * : 1 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
Max Height * : 1.5 Feet
USDA Zone (TX) * : 6, 7, 8, 9

Bulbine, Orange

Bulbine frutescens

Bulbine\'s long, fleshy, aloe-like leaves form a delightful clump around stalks of orange flowers with bright yellow stamens. This native to South Africa is at home in a rock garden as it is in a cottage garden. With its succulent leaves, It is extremely drought tolerant and will withstand poor soil conditions. It only requires good drainage and medium water to encourage the explosion of flowers all summer long. Evergreen through mild winters.

Bloom Color * : Red/Orange
Light Requirements * : Full Sun, Part Sun
Max Height * : 1.5 Feet
Max Spread * : 2 Feet
USDA Zone (TX) * : 8, 9
Texas Native * : No
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Calylophus, Compact

Calylophus drummondianus

A drought tolerant, low-growing, spreading perennial. The bright yellow flowers are two inches across and will bring butterflies and other pollinators streaming into your garden. Evergreen in mild winters.

Bloom Color * : Yellow/Green
Light Requirements * : Full Sun, Part Sun
Max Height * : 2 Feet
Max Spread * : 3 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
USDA Zone (TX) * : 8, 9
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Catmint, Walker's Low

Nepeta faassenii 'Walker's Low'

A tough, mounding perennial with attractive silver-green foliage and a profusion of small violet-blue flowers that bloom from early spring until frost. It got its name from a garden in England where it was discovered and doesn\'t refer to its growth habit. Deer resistant, drought and heat tolerant.

Bloom Color * : Blue/Purple/Pink
Light Requirements * : Full Sun, Part Sun
Max Height * : 2 Feet
Max Spread * : 2 Feet
Texas Native * : No
USDA Zone (TX) * : 6, 7, 8, 9
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Chile Petin

Capsicum annuum var. aviculare

The best of both worlds in one plant! Chile Pequin is a beautiful, drought tolerant plant that forms a bushy mound topped with tons of bright red chilies. The chilies are no bigger than 1" but are extremely hot. It can be designed into perennial beds or used in containers as an accent. Like most other chilies this plant loves the heat. Also surprisingly tolerant to salt soils and deer.

Bloom Color * : White
Light Requirements * : Full Sun, Part Sun, Full Shade
Max Height * : 3 Feet
Max Spread * : 5 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
USDA Zone (TX) * : 8, 9
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Chocolate Daisy

Berlandiera lyrata

Bloom Color * : Red/Orange
Light Requirements * : Full Sun, Part Sun
Max Height * : 1.5 Feet
Max Spread * : 2 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
USDA Zone (TX) * : 8, 9
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Clasping Coneflower

Rudbeckia amplexicaulis

While quite similar to Mexican Hat, this annual differentiates itself due to its unique habit of clasping its leaves. The showy Rudbeckia grows great in soggy areas like ditches and rain gardens. It can also take part-shade which is fantastic for more difficult areas lacking bright vibrant color.

Bloom Color * : Yellow/Green
Light Requirements * : Full Sun, Part Sun
Max Height * : 3 Feet
Max Spread * : 3 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
USDA Zone (TX) * : 6, 7, 8, 9

Columbine, 'Texas Gold'

Aquilegia chrysantha var. hinckleyana

This is one of our best bloomers for shady areas. Each spring, sprays of yellow flowers top lush green foliage for several weeks. It reseeds easily and prolifically. The foliage fades with summer heat, but it can be cut back for a new fall flush.

Bloom Color * : Yellow/Green
Light Requirements * : Part Sun, Full Shade
Max Height * : 2 Feet
Max Spread * : 2 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
USDA Zone (TX) * : 6, 7, 8, 9
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Copper Canyon Daisy

Tagetes lemmonii

This large mounding shrub will provide a beautiful show of golden/yellow flowers in the fall. Happy in well-drained soil, it will withstand lots of sun and is very drought tolerant. Its fine leaves have a strong distinct aroma that keeps pests away including deer. You can trim tips until summer to keep it smaller.

Bloom Color * : Yellow/Green
Light Requirements * : Full Sun
Max Height * : 4 Feet
Max Spread * : 5 Feet
Texas Native * : No
USDA Zone (TX) * : 8, 9
Drought Tolerant : Yes
Origin : Arizona

Coreopsis, Lance-Leaf

Coreopsis lanceolata

Also called Tickseed, this is the easiest to grow coreopsis. It is drought tolerant, but will bloom longer with a little additional watering. Bees and other pollinators love it. Deadheading encourages repeat blooming.

Bloom Color * : Yellow/Green
Light Requirements * : Full Sun, Part Sun
Max Height * : 2 Feet
Max Spread * : 2 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
USDA Zone (TX) * : 6, 7, 8, 9
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Cutleaf Daisy

Engelmannia peristenia

Bloom Color * : Yellow/Green
Light Requirements * : Full Sun, Part Sun
Max Height * : 2 Feet
Max Spread * : 2 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
USDA Zone (TX) * : 6, 7, 8, 9
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Dalea, Black

Dalea frutescens

This mounding and spreading shrub produces a brilliant display of dark purple flowers atop its lacey leaves. It is extremely drought tolerant and loves the heat. It\'s excellent on a rocky hillside or in a xeric nativescape. Requires good drainage.

Bloom Color * : Blue/Purple/Pink
Light Requirements * : Full Sun
Max Height * : 3 Feet
Max Spread * : 4 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
USDA Zone (TX) * : 8, 9
Drought Tolerant : Yes
Origin : Native

Dalea, Gregg's

Dalea greggii

A beautiful spreading groundcover that stands up to heat and drought. Gregg\'s Dalea has small, silvery leaves and is covered with purple and violet flowers throughout the summer. It is easy to maintain and loves hot, dry locations. It does poor in wet areas and shade. Perfect for borders, rock gardens, and hillsides. Deer Resistant.

Bloom Color * : Blue/Purple/Pink
Light Requirements * : Full Sun
Max Height * : 1 Feet
Max Spread * : 4 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
USDA Zone (TX) * : 8, 9
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Damianita

Chrysactinia mexicana

This low mounding perennial is a real performer. It happily blooms a profusion of yellow, daisy-like flowers in the heat, drought, and rocky soils. It has evergreen foliage that is aromatic and deer resistant. The only thing this little trooper doesn\'t like is wet feet and extreme haircuts, so shear back lightly in the cool season for best results.

Bloom Color * : Yellow/Green
Light Requirements * : Full Sun
Max Height * : 1.5 Feet
Max Spread * : 2 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
USDA Zone (TX) * : 7, 8, 9
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Datura

Datura wrightii

Made famous by artwork of Georgia O\'Keefe, this perennial forms a large mound of dark green leaves and oversized blooms. The huge, white trumpet flowers open at dusk and close mid-morning. It is very drought tolerant, will grow in poor soil, and loves the heat. Datura dies back to the ground in the winter but comes back bigger and better. All parts of this plant are poisonous! Deer resistant.

Bloom Color * : White
Light Requirements * : Full Sun, Part Sun
Max Height * : 3 Feet
Max Spread * : 6 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
USDA Zone (TX) * : 7, 8, 9
Drought Tolerant : Yes
Origin : Native

Dense Blazing Star

Liatris spicata

This species of Gayfeather is a vibrant perennial that provides rich purple blooms to native landscapes. It performs well in areas that may collect water from time to time. The showy blooms are attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds which makes this a wonderful addition to any pollinator garden.

Bloom Color * : Blue/Purple/Pink
Light Requirements * : Full Sun, Part Sun
Max Height * : 4 Feet
Max Spread * : 4 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
USDA Zone (TX) * : 6, 7, 8, 9
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Desert Mallow (asst.)

Sphaeralacea ambigua

Bloom Color * : Red/Orange, Blue/Purple/Pink, White
Light Requirements * : Full Sun
Max Height * : 3 Feet
Max Spread * : 3 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
USDA Zone (TX) * : 6, 7, 8, 9
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Fall Aster

Aster oblongifolius

Fall Aster is one of the last to bloom in the garden putting on a brilliant showing of blue-purple flowers. It is very hardy and will tolerate rocky, sandy, and acidic soils. It grows into a tidy, compact perennial that blooms profusely and is worth the wait.

Bloom Color * : Blue/Purple/Pink
Light Requirements * : Full Sun, Part Sun
Max Height * : 3 Feet
Max Spread * : 3 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
USDA Zone (TX) * : 6, 7, 8, 9
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Fall Obedient Plant

Physostegia virginiana

This perennial can reach 3 feet tall and towers over the smaller plants with beautiful pink-violet spike flowers. It’s easy to grow and can spread quickly, so be sure to give it plenty of room. It will need a bit more moisture than some of the other natives in your garden.

Bloom Color * : Blue/Purple/Pink
Light Requirements * : Part Sun
Max Height * : 3 Feet
Max Spread * : 2 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
USDA Zone (TX) * : 6, 7, 8, 9
Drought Tolerant : Yes
Origin : Native

Fern, Clover

Marsilia macropoda

A hardy perennial with attractive four-leaf clover-like leaves, hence the name. It makes an excellent groundcover and will spread to create a dense mat. It will tolerate full sun as long as it recieves regular water.

Light Requirements * : Part Sun, Full Shade
USDA Zone (TX) * : 7, 8, 9
Texas Native * : Yes
Max Height * : 1 Feet
Max Spread * : 2 Feet
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Fern, River (Southern Wood)

Dryopteris normalis

River fern is a shade lover that can brighten up a dark space. This lacey-leaved fern grows to be 24" to 40" tall. Is drought tolerant and easy to grow. Will thrive with good soil and additional moisture.

Light Requirements * : Part Sun, Full Shade
Max Height * : 3 Feet
Max Spread * : 2 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
USDA Zone (TX) * : 8, 9

Flame Acanthus

Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. wrightii

Growing to be a small, airy shrub, this spreading perennial has bright red flowers against a striking light green backdrop. It is great for xeric gardens and loves the heat, but does need moderate water to improve blooming. Shear back in winter to improve form and flowering. Hummingbirds go wild for the orange red tubular flowers.

Bloom Color * : Red/Orange
Light Requirements * : Full Sun, Part Sun
Max Height * : 3 Feet
Max Spread * : 4 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
USDA Zone (TX) * : 7, 8, 9
Drought Tolerant : Yes
Origin : Native

Four Nerve Daisy

Tetraneuris scaposa (Hymenoxys scaposa)

This is one you\'ll see growing on the side of the roads and hillsides. Very tolerant of poor conditions, this dainty yellow daisy will thrive in any native garden. Planted in mass, they can make a breathtaking show of bright yellow flowers reaching for the sun. Also known as Hymenoxys scaposa. Deer resistant.

Bloom Color * : Yellow/Green
Light Requirements * : Full Sun
Max Height * : 1 Feet
Max Spread * : 1 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
USDA Zone (TX) * : 6, 7, 8, 9
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Frog Fruit

Phyla nodiflora var. incisa

This Texas native is often overlooked, but can be a valuable groundcover with its broad, smooth leaves and creeping nature. The petite flowers are white encircling a purple center and cover the ground profusely. It is drought tolerant, however it produces a much fuller plant given regular water.

Bloom Color * : Blue/Purple/Pink
Light Requirements * : Full Sun, Part Sun, Full Shade
Max Height * : 1 Feet
Max Spread * : 2 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
USDA Zone (TX) * : 7, 8, 9
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Giant Coneflower

Rudbeckia maxima

This is one amazing rudbeckia! Early in the season the blue/green foliage looks like cabbage but soon transforms into a 6-foot tall flower! With dark, cone-shaped centers and drooping, yellow petals, this plant can be used as a specimen or in the back of a perennial bed and adds great contrast with its silvery blue leaves. The birds love the seeds when they mature late in the season.

Bloom Color * : Yellow/Green
Light Requirements * : Full Sun
Max Height * : 8 Feet
Max Spread * : 4 Feet
Texas Native * : Yes
USDA Zone (TX) * : 6, 7, 8, 9
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Golden Groundsel

Packera obovata

Guara, Pink

Gaura lindheimeri

An airy, clumping perennial with delicate flowers that appear on 2 to 3 foot tall sprays like butterflies. Blooming begins in the early spring and can be prolonged until fall by removing the spent flower spikes.

Zone : 5
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Height : 2-4'
Spread : 2-3'
Origin : Native
Bloom Color * : Blue/Purple/Pink
Drought Tolerant : Yes
Light Requirements * : Full Sun, Part Sun

Horseherb

Calyptocarpus vialis

Low growing groundcover with aggressively spreading root system. Very useful in dry shade conditions where a dense mat of foliage is needed.

Zone : 7
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : Yes
Spread : spreading
Origin : Native
Max Height * : 1 Feet
Bloom Color * : Yellow/Green
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Lantana, Confetti

Lantana camara 'Confetti'

Lantana camara \'Confetti\' is a shrub-type Lantana that can get 2-3\' in height with a 6-8\' spread. The blooms are tri-colored consisting of yellow, pink, and purple to wine colors that will fade with age and are great for attracting butterflies. Confettii Lantana will bloom late spring to fall and has an upright growth habit.

Zone : 8
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 2-3'
Spread : 6-8'
Origin : Cultivar
Bloom Color * : Multi
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Lantana 'Dallas Red'

Bloom Color * : Red/Orange
Drought Tolerant : Yes
Light Requirements * : Full Sun
Max Height * : 3 Feet
Max Spread * : 6 Feet

Lantana, New Gold

Lantana x 'New Gold'

Mounding perennial with lush aromatic foliage and eye-catching yellow blooms. Great in perennial beds or as a groundcover in sunny areas. Heat and drought tolerant. This plant is an absolute butterfly magnet and is not favored by deer.

Zone : 8
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : No
Shade : No
Height : 12"
Spread : 18"
Origin : Native
Bloom Color * : Yellow/Green
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Lantana, Purple Trailing

Lantana montevidensis

A beautiful border plant, this perennial creeps low along the ground and blooms continually. Very drought tolerant and easy to grow and maintain. The light purple blooms attract lots of butterflies as well as people, you are sure to get lots of compliments on this one. Deer Resistant.

Zone : 8
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 6-12"
Spread : 2-3'
Origin : South America
Bloom Color * : Blue/Purple/Pink
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Lantana, Texas

Lantana horrida

The classic Texas Lantana, it is just as happy in a garden as it is in the Hill Country. It grows to be a small shrub with hardy, green leaves and orange and yellow blossoms covering it all summer. Easy to grow, drought tolerant, and low maintenance. Deer resistant.

Zone : 7
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 18-24"
Spread : 2-3'
Origin : Native
Bloom Color * : Red/Orange
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Maximilian Sunflower

Helianthus maximiliani

This native sunflower provides prominent fall color to natural areas. It grows well in soils ranging from clay to limestone. While the blooms are not as large as common sunflowers, its larger stature creates an impressionable look along roadsides and restoration areas.

Height : 3-6 feet
Origin : Native
Partial Sun : No
Shade : No
Spread : 3-6 feet
Sun : Yes
Zone : 3-9
Bloom Color * : Yellow/Green
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Mexican Hat

Ratibida columnifera

Sometimes also referred to as Mexican Hat, this common native perennial is great for prairie lands or in a mixed wildflower meadow. Although technically considered drought-tolerant, it can actually thrive in most growing conditions.

Height : 1-3 feet
Origin : Native
Partial Sun : No
Shade : No
Spread : 1-3 feet
Sun : Yes
Zone : 4-9
Bloom Color * : Red/Orange
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Mexican Honeysuckle

Justicia spicigera

This long-blooming perennial is excellent for attracting hummingbirds to your garden. It does well in containers and is drought tolerant. Attractive spray of orange blossums has given the plant the nickname "firecracker bush"

Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 36-48"
Spread : 4-6'
Origin : South America
Bloom Color * : Red/Orange
Drought Tolerant : Yes
Zone : 8-11

Mexican Mint Marigold

Tagetes lucida

Bloom Color * : Yellow/Green
Light Requirements * : Full Sun
Max Height * : 2 Feet
Max Spread * : 1 Feet
Origin : Mexico
Zone : 8-11

Mexican Oregano

Poliomentha longiflora

A small evergreen shrub that grows to 3 to 4 feet in height, covered with pale lavender blossoms in hot weather. Its pale green leaves are used as a cooking herb. Keeping this plant cut back will improve its appearance.

Zone : 8
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : No
Shade : No
Height : 3-4'
Spread : 3'
Origin : Mexico
Bloom Color * : Blue/Purple/Pink
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Mistflower, Fragrant

Eupatorium havanense

An open shrub with slender branches that can reach six feet tall. It explodes in the fall with masses of white, fuzzy, very fragrant flowers that attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and other insects. It is more tolerant of dry conditions than are most Eupatoriums, although it will tolerate poorly drained areas as well. Fragrant mist flower makes a showy fall plant in the garden, or can be used massed as an understory or edge plant in more naturalized sites. Heavy shearing in the winter will promote a denser shape and more flowers the following year, since the long-lasting blooms appear only on new wood.

Zone : 8
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 2-6'
Spread : 2-6'
Origin : Native
Bloom Color * : White
Drought Tolerant : Yes

Mistflower, Gregg's

Eupatorium greggii

An upright perennial with bright green foliage and powdery blue, puffy flowers. It is a moderately fast spreading grower and needs regular watering. The flowers are a unique explosion of color and attract many butterflies. Now called Conoclinium greggii.

Zone : 7
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 12-18"
Spread : 12-24"
Origin : Native
Bloom Color * : Blue/Purple/Pink

Mountain Pea

Orbexilum pedunculatum

Bloom Color * : Blue/Purple/Pink
Drought Tolerant : Yes
Light Requirements * : Full Sun, Part Sun
Max Height * : 1 Feet
Max Spread * : 2 Feet
Origin : Mexico

Nierembergia 'Starry Eyes'

Nierembergia gracilis 'Starry Eyes'

This perennial grows into a tight mound covered in delicate white flowers with lavender centers. It thrives in the heat and doesn\'t mind our humidity. It required good drainage and occasional shearing increases the bloom time.

Zone : 7
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : No
Shade : No
Height : 12"
Spread : 18"
Origin : South America

Penstemon, Brazos

Penstemon tenuis

An easy penstemon to grow, this lime green perennial stands out in a garden and flowers profusely. The small violet-purple flowers stand out against the foliage and add tons of color to a garden. It can reseed itself easily if stalks are not removed after blooming. Can handle wet conditions and has done well in Houston landscapes.

Zone : 7
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 1-2'
Spread : 12-18"
Origin : Native

Penstemon, Hill Country

Penstemon triflorus

The bright, scarlet-colored, two inch, flowers of this penstemon really make it stand out in the garden. As it\'s name suggests it is endemic to the Edwards Plateau. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Minimally deer resistant.

Zone : 8
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 18-30"
Spread : 18"
Origin : Native

Penstemon, Rock

Penstemon baccharifolius

Found growing out of impossible cracks in the walls of limestone canyons, this Texas gem counts drainage as its number one concern. Red blooms appear throughout the spring and summer. A rock garden super-star that likes its head in the sun and feet in the shade.

Zone : 8
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 18"
Spread : 18"
Origin : Native

Pigeonberry

Rivina humilis

This low-growing evergreen groundcover sends up bloom spikes that have rather understated pale pink flowers followed by bright red fruit. The plant self-seeds but its best attribute is that it will tolerate a great amount of shade.

Zone : 8
Sun : No
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : Yes
Height : 18"
Spread : 24"
Origin : Native

Ponyfoot, Silver

Dichondra aregentea

Silver Ponyfoot, with its striking, silver foliage is a very nice addition to any dry garden. Spreads by runners that root as they have the opportunity. Outstanding when trailing over a sunny ledge. Requires well-drained soil combined with a consistent watering schedule.

Zone : 8
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : No
Shade : No
Height : 4"
Spread : 2'-4'
Origin : Native

Primrose, Missouri

Oenothera missouriensis

Large, showy, yellow flowers bloom on this low growing perennial from May through August. Blooms are offset nicely by the dark green lance-shaped foliage, and red-tinged trailing stems add interest. Drought and heat tolerant.\r\n

Zone : 5
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 6"
Spread : 12"
Origin : Native

Purple Coneflower

Echinacea purpurea

Herbaceous perennial with large purple flowers spring through fall. Best used in full sun (with a little extra water) or in partial shade. A garden standard that is easy to grow and native to most of the U.S.

Zone : 3
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 24-30"
Spread : 18-24"
Origin : Native

Purple Prairie Clover

Dalea purpurea

This is one of the most common widespread Prairie Clovers. This perennial has an extremely high protein content making it great for livestock pastures. It’s also a pollinator plant for Bumble Bees. Its purple blooms are quite conspicuous in the hot Texas summer months from June to September.

Height : 1-3 feet
Origin : Native
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Spread : 1-2 feet
Sun : Yes
Zone : 3-8

Rock Rose

Pavonia lasiopetala

A shrubby perennial with an open, loose growing habit in the sun or partial shade. Keep trimmed in shady conditions to keep a more compact shape. Mallow-like pink blooms appear spring through fall.

Zone : 8
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 3'
Spread : 3'
Origin : Native

Rock Rose, Brazilian

Pavonia braziliensis

Rosemary, Prostrate

Rosmarinus officianalis 'Prostratus'

An aromatic, evergreen plant that displays its pale blue flowers in late winter and early spring. A drought tolerant groundcover that is at its best when planted where it can cascade over rocks or walls.

Zone : 8
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 2'
Spread : 8'
Origin : Mediterranean

Rosemary, Upright

Rosmarinus officianalis

Ruellia, Katie's Dwarf

Ruellia brittoniana 'Katie'

A round clump of lance shaped dark green leaves give rise to purple blooms from spring into summer. A nice, low growing herbaceous perennial that blooms best in full sun. Tolerates neglect, drought, and wet conditions.

Zone : 7
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 6"
Spread : 12"
Origin : Cultivar

Russian Sage

Perovskia atriplicifolia

Named after a Russian general, Russian Sage is a native of Afghanistan and Pakistan. It needs full sun and poor, well-drained soil. Showy lavender flowers top graceful, silvery foliage for several months starting mid-summer.

Zone : 5
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : No
Shade : No
Height : 4'
Spread : 2-3'
Origin : Afghanistan, Pakistan

Salvia, Bicolor

Salvia sinaloensis

This low growing perennial can be used as a ground cover or along walkway borders. With its cobalt blue flowers and burgundy tinged leaves, it provides a beautiful contrast in any garden or container. The intense color of the flowers and leaves are best in full sun and rich soil.

Zone : 8
Sun : No
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : Yes
Height : 8-12'
Spread : 9-12'
Origin : Mexico

Salvia, Big Red

Salvia penstemoides

Big Red Sage forms a dark green rosette of leaves at the base and sends tall spikes of flowers towering over the garden. The large dark rose-red blooms are larger than most other salvias and add a vibrant pop to a xeric garden. This is a true Texas treasure that was once thought to be extinct, but now thrives in many gardens.

Zone : 8
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : No
Shade : No
Height : 24-36"
Spread : 12-15"
Origin : Native

Salvia, Cedar

Salvia roemeriana

This lacey perennial may look delicate but it can withstand poor soils and the hot Texas summers. It is ideal for shade gardens with its bright scarlet flowers borne on stalks, and scalloped heart shaped leaves that stand out in the shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is usually seen growing on the rocky cliff sides. This plant was made for hummingbirds.

Zone : 7
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : Yes
Height : 6-12"
Spread : 9-12"
Origin : Native

Salvia, Forsythia

Salvia madrensis

Salvia, Gray Shrub

Salvia chamaedryoides

This is a great salvia to add to your collection. Its petite mounding form is covered with gray/green leaves and topped with cobalt blue flowers. When in full bloom the contrast of the gray and blue really catch your eye and stand out in a garden. It prefers well-drained soil and regular watering but it is drought tolerant as well. Shear back in the fall to improve shape.

Zone : 7
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : No
Shade : No
Height : 18"-24"
Spread : 18-24"
Origin : Mexico

Salvia greggii, Lipstick

Salvia greggii 'Lipstick'

An outstanding Texas native that enjoys full sun and poor soil. Blooms sporadically throughout the growing season. Dead head spent blooms aggressively to encourage nearly non-stop blooming. Colors include red, white, and pink.

Zone : 4
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 36"
Spread : 36"
Origin : Native

Salvia greggii, Pink

Salvia greggii 'Pink'

Salvia greggii, Red

Salvia greggii 'Red'

Salvia greggii, White

Salvia greggii 'White'

Salvia, Indigo Spires

Salvia longispicata x farinacea 'Indigo Spires'

Discovered growing at Huntington Botanical Gardens in California in the 1970s. Probably a hybrid between two species, S. farinacea and S. longispicata, both native to Mexico. Grows into a large plant that blooms non-stop throughout the growing season. Keep trimmed back to preserve shape.

Zone : 7
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : No
Shade : No
Height : 4'
Spread : 5'
Origin : Mexico

Salvia, Lyre Leaf

Salvia lyrata

A shade loving groundcover that reaches a height of only about 5 inches. It has dark green to purplish leaves and light blue flower clusters atop foot tall bloom spikes. This perennial can be used in place of Ajuga.

Zone : 5
Sun : No
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : Yes
Height : 12"
Spread : 12"
Origin : Native

Salvia, Mealy Blue 'Henry Duelberg'

Salvia farinacea 'Henry Duelberg'

This Texas Superstar perennial was found growing in a Central Texas cemetary. It is larger than the native S. farinacea with deeper blue blooms. Attracts bees and butterflies. Deer resistent.

Zone : 7
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 36"
Spread : 36"
Origin : Native

Salvia, Mexican Bush

Salvia leucantha

A mini-shrub with silver green foliage that spreads and mounds. It grows rapidly throughout the summer and explodes with multiple light purple blooms in the fall. Give this plant plenty of room in your garden.

Zone : 8
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : No
Shade : No
Height : 4'
Spread : 4'
Origin : Mexico

Salvia, Nuevo Leon

Salvia x 'Nuevo Leon'

Similar to the S. greggii but with a lacy, draping form. Airy appearance with royal purple blooms.

Zone : 7
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : No
Shade : No
Height : 18"
Spread : 30"
Origin : Hybrid

Salvia, Purple Leaf (Eyelash)

Salvia blepharophylla

A beautiful salvia from Mexico that will spread by stolons when conditions are right. Bright spikes of red flowers adorn this plant during the warmer months. Best used in rich, fast draining organic soil.

Zone : 8
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 18"
Spread : 30"
Origin : Mexico

Salvia, Tropical Red

Salvia coccinea

Tropical sage is a real performer when you have shade and a large area to cover. Red blooms throughout the season give way to large seed crops, providing many plants for next year. Best used away from formal flowerbeds.

Zone : 9
Sun : No
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : Yes
Height : 18-30"
Spread : 12"
Origin : Native

Santolina, Gray

Santolina chamaecyparissus

This Mediterranean native has a low, compact form and bright silvery foliage. Yellow flowers cover the plant in the summer. Drainage is a must, as is full, bright sun. Foliage is aromatic when crushed.

Zone : 7
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : No
Shade : No
Height : 12"
Spread : 18"
Origin : Mediterranean

Senna, Lindheimer's (Velvet-leaf)

Showy Desert Marigold

Baileya multiradiata

Skeleton Leaf Goldeneye

Viguiera stenoloba

This plant forms a rounded mound of skeletal dark green leaves covered with yellow daisy type flowers late in the season. It is evergreen and not favored by deer. Heat and drought tolerant, it is a nice addition to a perennial garden or as an accent.

Zone : 8
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : No
Shade : No
Height : 1-3'
Spread : 2-3'
Origin : Native

Skullcap, Heartleaf

Scutellaria ovata

A great perennial for the dense or partial shade. It has velvety, gray leaves and stems that are topped with a lavender bloom spike beginning in the late spring and lasting through mid-summer. Dies back in the hottest part of summer. Does well with good drainage and limited water.

Zone : 4
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 18-24"
Spread : Spreading
Origin : Native

Skullcap, Pink

Scutellaria suffrutescens

A low growing, evergreen perennial that forms a tight spreading mound. This is a tough plant that after cutting back in early spring needs no more care when planted in full sun and a well-drained area. It is drought tolerant, deer resistant, and blooms throughout warm weather.

Zone : 7
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : No
Shade : No
Height : 10"
Spread : 18"
Origin : Mexico

Skullcap, Purple

Scutellaria wrightii

A compact, drought tolerant, evergreen perennial with deep violet-blue flowers that appear in May and continue through the summer. It doesn\'t like wet feet so plant it somewhere with good drainage.

Zone : 8
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 10"
Spread : 10"
Origin : Native

Snake Herb

Dyschoriste linearis

A low-growing perennial groundcover for sunny to part sunny areas. The purple bell-shaped flowers attract bees and butterflies all season long. It is drought and heat tolerant but can also withstand wet conditions. Deer resistant.

Zone : 7
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 6-12"
Spread : spreading
Origin : Native

Society Garlic

Tulbaghia violacea

This clumping perennial is aptly named with long grass-like leaves that smell of garlic when crushed. The flower stalks produce showy umbels of violet flowers. It is evergreen in mild winters and makes an excellent container plant.It will tolerate full shade, but blooms better with more sunlight. Deer resistant.

Zone : 7
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : Yes
Height : 24"
Spread : 10"
Origin : South Africa

Standing Cypress

Ipomopsis rubra

Texas Betony

Stachys coccinea

This low growing perennial is a hummingbird magnet. Coral colored flowers appear spring through fall, and are encouraged to repeat with regular pruning. Best in full sun to preserve good form, but will tolerate light shade also.

Zone : 8
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 24"-36"
Spread : 36"
Origin : Native

Texas Bluebonnets

Lupinus texensis

Turk's Cap

Malvaviscus arboreus var. drummondii

Large, shrubby perennial with red flowers and large, bright green leaves. Perfect for shady areas where color is desired. Hummingbirds take advantage of the summertime blooms.

Zone : 8
Sun : No
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : Yes
Height : 3'
Spread : 3'
Origin : Native

Verbena, Homestead Purple

Verbena, Moss

Verbena tenuisecta

A sprawling, long-lived, fern-like ground cover that provides a profusion of rich, purple blooms. It appears with its blooms early in the spring and stands up to the heat of summer.

Zone : 8
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : No
Shade : No
Height : 12"
Spread : 30"
Origin : South America

Verbena, Prairie

Verbena bipinnatifida

Wedelia

Wedelia trilobata

An aggressive groundcover with glossy, green foliage and bright, yellow-orange blooms. This is a great cover for hard-to-plant areas. Tough and tolerant of many conditions.

Zone : 8
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 6-8"
Spread : ?
Origin : South America

Winecup

Callirhoe involucrata

Mounding, herbaceous perennial with lovely 2 1/2" magenta flowers. Drought tolerant native groundcover for sunny areas that will cascade over walls.

Zone : 4
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : Yes
Shade : No
Height : 6-12"
Spread : 6-36"
Origin : Native

Woolly Butterfly Bush

Buddleja marrubiifolia

Wooly Stemodia

Stemodia tomentosa

A tough, low growing, trailing ground cover with silvery gray leaves. Lots of small blue/purple blooms cover this plant from spring to fall. Prefers dry, hot sites with good drainage.

Zone : 8
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : No
Shade : No
Height : 4"
Spread : 24"
Origin : Native

Yarrow, 'White'

Achillea millefolium, 'White' 

Also known as Common Yarrow, this low lying perennial gives off a lacy fern-like appearance. Flower stalks with white inflorescence reach upwards of 3 feet! It can take sun and shade. Not only does the plant offer a pleasant smell, but leaves can be dried and made into a tea to cure stomach issues. 

Height : 1-3ft
Origin : Native
Partial Sun : Yes
Spread : 1-2ft
Zone : 8-11
Sun : Yes

Zexmenia, Orange

Wedelia texana (Zexmenia hispida)

A shrub-form perennial that grows to a height of 24 inches. It is a heat loving plant that produces a single yellow/orange flower at the terminus of multiple stems. It thrives in rocky soils but will tolerate heavier soils, provided that they are well-drained.

Zone : 7
Sun : Yes
Partial Sun : No
Shade : No
Height : 2'
Spread : 3'
Origin : Native