Welcome to our Deer Resistant plant record for Central Texas. In fact, there are NO GUARANTEES! Each location has its personal “deer stress” and one of the best ways to see what works in your space is to watch what vegetation should not being eaten!
We advocate spraying ALL new vegetation, whether or not they’re “deer resistant” or not, with Deer Out repellant twice every week for about three weeks after planting. Deer will pattern something new, and at sure occasions of the yr or in a drought scenario, NOTHING is dependable.
Please learn all feedback. Some vegetation are “deer tolerant”, that means that they might be browsed on the brand new development however not fully eaten. (Free pruning!) Others could solely have the flowers eaten, as in Purple Yucca. Once more, search for what’s working in your space and go from there. Plant tags and labels should not dependable in all areas in regard to deer resistance.
Agarita Mahonia trifoliata
3′-6′ x 4′-6′
Solar/Half Solar/Shade
Evergreen
Yellow flowers and edible crimson berries. Attracts pollinators and wildlife. Could also be formed evenly within the early spring. Zone 6
Agave species
sizes fluctuate by selection
Solar/Half Solar
Test hardiness zone. Some species could produce offsets. Primary plant dies after bloom however offsets could also be replanted. Bucks (deer) could injury vegetation in the course of the rut with their antlers. Very drought resistant as soon as established. Requires well-drained soil. Zones fluctuate by selection
Ajuga Ajuga reptans (assorted varieties)
6″ x 1′
Shade/Dappled Shade
Evergreen to herbaceous perennial. Will come again from roots.
Blue flowers seem within the spring. Shield when younger, as deer could pull it as much as strive it and drop it elsewhere. Requires nicely drained natural soil and common irrigation. Zone 3
Angel’s Trumpet Datura wrightii
4′ x 4′
Solar
Perennial to re-seeding annual. All elements are poisonous to people and animals. White flowers seem from spring to frost. Seed pods are massive and spiny. Double flowered varieties are much less winter-hardy. Zone 8
Artemesia Powis Citadel Artemesia x ‘Powis Citadel’
2′ x 4′-6′
Solar/Half Solar
Evergreen to partially evergreen. Silvery foliage provides good distinction within the panorama. Aromatic foliage. Could also be in the reduction of in late February to early March. Zone 4
Solid Iron Plant Aspidistra elatior
3′ x 3′
Shade/NO SUN
Evergreen to principally evergreen. Take away older brown leaves in late February to early March. Zone 7
Autumn Sage Salvia greggii
3′-4′ x 3′-4′ for many varieties
Solar/Half Solar, requires at the least 6 hours of direct solar
Evergreen perennial
Prune after bloom in the summertime, could make a extreme prune in late Feb/early March. After 3-5 years, if it is vitally woody you are able to do a “rejuvenative pruning” in late winter, reducing again to six″. Zone 7
Spray with repellent when first planted if deer stress is excessive.
Barberry Berberis thunbergii
Measurement varies by selection
Half Solar- afternoon shade most popular
Deciduous shrub
Requires nicely drained soil. Plant has thorns and typically crimson berries. Leaves are inexperienced, crimson or orange, relying on selection. Zone 4
Bottlebrush, Woodlander’s Hardy Callistemon sp.
4′-5′ x 4′-5′
Solar
Evergreen shrub
Purple bottlebrush-shaped flowers seem spring by frost. That is the one Bottlebrush that’s dependable winter-hardy in Zone 8. Could also be sheared between blooms. Zone 7
Boxwood, varied Buxus species
measurement varies by selection
Solar/Half Solar/Dappled Shade
Evergreen shrub
Sluggish rising. Out there in many alternative mature sizes. Could also be sheared. Zone 4
Butterfly Vine, yellow Mascagnia macroptera
10′-12′ vine, could also be invasive with runners on the bottom
Solar/Half Solar
Evergreen most winters. Might lose leaves or die again in extreme chilly in Zone 8. Yellow flowers in the summertime are adopted by gentle brown seed pods that resemble butterflies. Zone 8
Candelillia/Wax Plant Euphorbia antisyphilitica
1.5′ x 3′
Full Solar/Half Solar
Evergreen most winters. Shield in excessive chilly.
Drought resistant plant that provides texture to the panorama. Use with different drought resistant vegetation in nicely drained soil. Zone 8
Picture courtesy of Mountain States Wholesale Nursery
Catmint, Walker’s Low Calamintha sp.
1′ x 3′
Solar/Half Solar
Evergreen most winters. Will return from roots.
Aromatic mounding perennial with blue blooms. Pretty drought tolerant. Zone 4
Cholla, Tree Cylindropuntia imbricata
3′-9′ x 3′-6′
Full Solar
Evergreen
Sizzling pink blooms in spring. Very winter hardy. Straightforward to root from cuttings. Zone 5
Coral Bean, Big Erythrina x bidwillii
10′ x 10′
Full Solar
Herbaceous, will come again from stump
Purple “fireman’s cap” flowers all summer time lengthy. Prone to Erythrina cane borers. Zone 7b
Coral Bean, Native Erythrina herbacea
6′ x 6′
Solar/Half Solar
Herbaceous shrub
This native Coral Bean sends up tall spiky flower stalks in late spring, adopted by thorny branches. Though it dies to the bottom in Zone 8 it comes again reliably annually. Hummingbird magnet. Zone 8
Cotoneaster, Grayleaf Cotoneaster glaucophylla (pronounced coh-TOE-nee-as-ter)
4′-6′ x 4′-6′
Full Solar/Half Solar
Evergreen
Could also be sheared to maintain smaller or to form. “Deer tolerant”-deer could eat new development. Spray with repellent when first planted till you study of the deer stress Zone 7
Daisy, Copper Canyon Tagetes lemonii
4′ x 4′
Full Solar
Herbaceous perennial Oils from plant could trigger pores and skin irritation in scorching climate.
Might have gentle bloom in spring however fundamental flowering time is fall. Plant with Gulf Muhly and Mexican Bush Sage for a fall present! Zone 8
Daisy, Euryops Euryops pectinatus
3′ x 3′
Full Solar/Half Solar
Tender Perennial. Not dependable winter hardy.
Tons of summer time blooms cowl this plant. Does nicely in pots. Zone 9b
Damianita Chrysactinia mexicana
1′ x 1′
Full Solar
Evergreen
Small mounding woody perennial. Blooms in spring and fall. Could also be “ponytailed” and pruned into inexperienced development however doesn’t ship new development from woody stems. Prune in late winter earlier than new development begins and once more after bloom. Zone8
Dusty Miller Senecio cinereria
1′ x 1′
Solar/Half Solar
Evergreen
Silver leaved perennial with yellow blooms. Prune after blooms end. Makes a pleasant border plant. Zone 8
Elaeagnus Silverberry Elaeagnus spp.
Measurement relies on selection
Solar
Evergreen
Dwarf selection ‘Glen St. Mary’ stays beneath 4′. Eleagnus ebbengii could develop to eight′. Eleagnus pungens has thorns. Crops produce a small edible berry. Flowers are aromatic. Deer could browse new development. Tends to place out lengthy shoots which may be pruned. Crops tolerate pruning. Zone6b
Esperanza/Yellow Bells Tecoma stans varieties
Measurement relies on selection, Many colours now accessible
Solar
Herbaceous perennial. In the reduction of to the bottom in late February/early March. Late to return within the spring so be affected person till it will get actually scorching!
Zone 8-11, relying on selection
Fig, Creeping Ficus pumila
3″-6″ x 20’+ Will crawl up partitions and connect with “holdfasts”. Don’t plant on wooden partitions or stucco partitions or the holdfast roots will connect and pull off items of the wall when eliminated.
Solar/Half Solar/Shade
Semi-evergreen. Might die to the bottom in extreme winters, and can should be faraway from partitions. Often comes again from roots. Could also be sheared on the wall to maintain it contained. Zone8
Flax Lily, Variegated Dianella tasmanica
2′ x 2′
Full Solar/Half Solar/Shade
Semi-evergreen. Could also be broken in excessive chilly. Extreme winters could kill it, relying on publicity. The south/southwest publicity is essentially the most protected.
Brightens up a shady space. Flowers should not showy. Zone 9
Firebush, Mexican and Lime Sizzler Hamelia patens
Measurement varies by selection. Species grows to 4′-5′, compact grows to three′ and Lime Sizzler to three′-4′.
Solar/Half Solar/Shade Lime Sizzler requires some solar to maintain colour.
Herbaceous perennial
Attracts hummingbirds. One of many few flowering perennials that tolerates shade. Could also be killed in extreme winters. Zone 8-9
Germander, Creeping Teuchrium chamadrys
6″ x 3′
Solar
Evergreen most winters
Silver foliage with burgundy blooms. Drought resistant as soon as established. Requires nicely drained soil. Good floor cowl for dry areas. Zone 5
Germander, Silver Bush Teuchrium fruticans
4-6′ x 4′-6′
Full Solar
Evergreen
An excellent substitute for Texas Sage. Requires nicely drained soil. Could also be sheared. Mild blue flowers in early summer time. The variability ‘Azure’ stays a bit smaller. Zone 8
Gopher Plant Euphorbia rigida
2′ x 4′
Solar
Evergreen
Yellow-green flowers seem in February when nothing else is blooming. Blue-green foliage. Plant in nicely drained soil with different drought tolerant vegetation. Prune after bloom. Zone 7
Grasses, Assorted Muhlenbergia, Miscanthus, Pennisetum, and so on.
Measurement varies by selection.
Full Solar/some will tolerate partial shade (Gulf Muhly, Mex. Feather Grass)
Herbaceous. In the reduction of to 4″-6″ in late February/early March
Grasses give type and texture to the panorama. Most have blooms which are engaging. Depart the dormant grasses alone within the winter so you’ll be able to benefit from the type within the panorama.
Zones fluctuate by selection
Guava, Pineapple Acca sellowiana
6′-12′ x 4′-8′ could also be sheared or grown as small tree
Full Solar/Half Solar
Evergreen
Crops profit from natural matter within the soil and do very nicely if soil is barely acid. Requires well-drained soil. Blue-green leaves. Uncommon crimson and white blooms within the late spring/early summer time adopted by an edible fruit. Zone 8
Holly, Dwarf Yaupon Ilex vomitoria ‘Nana’
3′-4′ x 3′-4′ Deer tolerant. Deer will browse new development and maintain them “pruned”.
Solar/Half Solar/Shade
Compact development behavior. Since deer browse new development it’s possible you’ll need to spray with Deer Out deer repellant the primary few years till it will get to the peak you want. Then the deer will maintain it at that peak for you! Zone 7
Iris, Bicolor Dietes bicolor
4′ x 4′ Needs to be divided in late February each 3-5 years.
Solar/Half Solar Doesn’t bloom nicely in shade.
Semi-evergreen In the reduction of in late February if winter broken. Zone8b
Picture courtesy of Greenleaf Nursery
Jerusalem Sage Phlomis fruticosa
4′ x 4′
Solar
Evergreen
Deadhead blooms after flowering. Look ahead to mealybugs and deal with early. Requires well-drained soil. Zone 8
Juniper, Blue Level Juniperus chinensis ‘Blue Level’
12′ x 8′
Full Solar
Evergreen
Good small juniper for anchoring a panorama. Look ahead to spider mites and deal with in February. Deer could browse when younger. Zone 4a
Juniper, Inexperienced Mound Juniperus procumbens ‘Nana’
1′ x 6′
Full Solar
Evergreen
Good evergreen floor cowl that appears nice beneath deciduous Crape Myrtles. Zone 4
Juniper, Taylor Juniperus virginiana ‘Taylor’
30′ x 3′
Full Solar
Evergreen, quick rising
A alternative for Italian Cypress. Look ahead to spider mites and deal with in February if discovered. Zone 3
Lamb’s Ears Stachys byzantina
1.5′ x 3′
Full Solar/Half Solar
Herbaceous perennial
Lamb’s Ear appears to “journey” within the backyard. It would come up in barely totally different places every spring. Will need to have well-drained soils. Take away spent flowers after bloom. Zone 4
Lantana Lantana spp.
measurement varies by selection
Solar, at the least 6 hours most popular
Herbaceous perennial or annual, relying on selection.
In the reduction of perennial varieties to six″ in late Feb./early March (Dallas Purple, New Gold, Chapel Hill and Texas) Bandana collection is annual right here.
Zone relies on selection. Many sorts are annuals in Zone 8, so do your homework!
Lavender Lavandula spp.
Measurement varies by selection
Solar, at the least 6 hours
Evergreen perennial. Could also be pruned after bloom or late Feb./early March. Thought-about a 3-5 yr perennial. Finest varieties listed below are Hidcote or Munstead. Requires well-drained soil. Zone varies by selection.
Lenten Rose Hellebore Helleborus x hybrida
Measurement varies by selection
Shade, dappled shade. Nice for a “dry shade” space.
Blooms seem within the winter. Some new varieties have been bred to carry the flowers larger above the foliage. Plant in improved natural soil that’s well-drained. Zone 5
Leopard Plant, Big Farfugium japonicum
3′ x 3′
Shade/Dappled Shade They don’t tolerate solar.
Evergreen to semi-evergreen perennial
Yellow blooms seem late spring. Giant “tractor seat” leaves give this plant a tropical look. Zone 7
Lomandra, Platinum Magnificence Lomandra longifolia
2′ x 3′
Solar/Half Solar
Evergreen to herbaceous
Variegated foliage provides distinction to the panorama. Zone 8
Loropetalum Loropetalum spp.
measurement varies by selection
Half Solar Morning solar/afternoon shade most popular, however can take full solar in good soil with common irrigation.
Evergreen
Flowers seem in February when different vegetation should not in bloom. Require improved soil, ideally on the acidic facet. Could also be chlorotic in poor soils. Could also be sheared to form however have a pleasant type if not sheared. Zone 7
Picture courtesy of Greenleaf Nursery.
Magnolia Magnolia spp.
measurement varies by selection. ‘Little Gem’ grows to twenty′ x 8′ whereas DD Blanchard can develop to 50′ x 40′
Solar
Evergreen
Little Gem flowers from spring to fall whereas the bigger Southern Magnolias bloom solely within the spring. Most roots are near the floor of the soil and lengthen far out from the tree. Don’t dig or plant beneath Magnolias if it’ll disturb the roots. Zone 6
Mistflower, Blue Shade Conoclinium coelestinum
1′ x 6′ spreads in good soil
Shade/Dappled shade
Herbaceous perennial
Does finest in improved natural soil. Will unfold far if in a moist location. Requires common irrigation. Butterflies flock to the late summer time and fall blooms. Zone 5
Mistflower, Gregg’s Blue Conoclinium greggii
2′ x 6′ Will unfold in good soil-give it room!
Solar/Half Solar
Herbaceous perennial
This mistflower blooms from spring to frost, attracting hoards of butterflies to its blue ageratum-like blooms. Zone 7a
Moss Verbena Glandularia pulchella
8″ x 2′-3′
Solar
Herbaceous perennial
The native verbenas are extra reliably deer resistant than the hybrids. The deer could browse when it’s younger, so use repellant for 2-3 weeks after planting. Zone 8
Nandina Nandina spp.
measurement varies by selection. Nandina domestica and N. domestica compacta are thought of invasive as a result of the flowers produce red-orange berries that birds unfold into native areas. Dwarf varieties don’t flower or produce berries however can unfold by their root programs.
Solar/Half Solar/Shade
Evergreen
Helpful shrub however include roots and/or minimize off blooms to forestall unfold. Fall-winter colour may be shiny crimson if planted within the solar. Zone 6
Oleander Nerium oleander ‘Hardy Purple’
8′-10′ x 8-10′ Hardy Purple Oleander
Solar
Evergreen to herbaceous. In the reduction of in late Feb-early March if chilly broken.
All elements are poisonous to people and pets. Drought resistant as soon as established. Plant in low numbers because the bacterial illness Xyllella has taken out massive populations in our space. Don’t plant whole fence traces with anybody species for that reason.
Zone 8-11 relying on selection. Solely Hardy Purple and Hardy Pink are Zone 8. Some Zone 9 species can survive if planted in S-SW publicity.
Orange Zest Cestrum Cestrum aurantiancum ‘OZ’
6′ x 6′
Solar/Half Solar
Semi-evergreen to herbaceous In the reduction of to the bottom late Feb-early March for contemporary development within the spring.
Orange-yellow blooms from spring to frost. Reliably deer resistant. Zone 8
Oregano, Italian or Greek Origanum spp.
1′ x 3′
Solar, at the least 6 hours
Evergreen
Many people overlook the herbs in our panorama plantings. Oregano, thyme and rosemary may be grown efficiently in deer-populated areas. It’s possible you’ll want to make use of repellant at first, particularly on Sage, however after they’re established the deer ought to go away them alone. Zone 5
Oregano, Mexican Poliomintha longiflora
4′ x 4′ Deer will browse the brand new development and and maintain them “pruned”, so they might not get as massive as 4′. Use repellant after planting for at the least 3 weeks.
Solar
Evergreen, pink flowers in the summertime. Attracts pollinators. Could also be used as an oregano substitute and is utilized in Mexican cooking. Zone 7b
Osmanthus, Candy Olive Osmanthus fragrans
10′ x 6′-8′
Evergreen
Aromatic white flowers seem sporadically virtually year-round. Could also be sheared. Maybe not the prettiest shrub, however the aromatic flowers make up for it. Zone 7
Palm, Mediterranean Fan Chamaerops humilis
8′-10′ x 15′
Solar
Evergreen
This multi-trunk fan palm wants room to develop. It may possibly present a focus or carry out as screening. Zone 8
Palm, Sago Cycas revoluta
6′-8′ x 6′-8′
Solar/Half Solar
Could also be evergreen in delicate winter.
Not a real palm, however a cycad, this marginally winter-hardy plant could take a “hit” in a extreme winter. It not often reaches mature peak due to this.
Zone 8 That is the northernmost a part of this plant’s winter hardiness zone.
Palm, Florida Sabal Sabal palmetto
Palm, Texas Sabal Sabal texana/mexicana
35′-50′ x 20′ extensive at prime, Florida Sabal could develop to 70′
Full Solar
Evergreen Sluggish rising
These are a few of the most winter-hardy palms for our space. The petioles on the leaves are toothless, not like the non winter-hardy Mexican Fan Palm, Washingtonia robusta, which has massive spines.
Zone 7
Palm, Dwarf Palmetto Sabal minor
as much as 7′ tall and seven′ extensive
Solar/Half Solar/Shade
Evergreen
That is our native palm that’s typically discovered understory close to creek beds. It’s a stemless, gradual rising palm and is kind of winter hardy. Zone 7
Philodendron, Splitleaf Philodendron selloum
8′ x 8′
Shade/Dappled Shade
Tropical plant. Use in pot beneath bushes and shield within the winter. Might survive within the floor if planted on a protected southeast publicity.
Zone 8b
Plumbago, Blue Plumbago auriculata
3′-4′ x 3′-4′
Solar/Half Solar/Dappled Shade
Herbaceous perennial
In the reduction of to the bottom late Feb/early March. Will come again most winters. Plant in protected location if attainable and mulch roots within the winter. Zone 8
Purple Coronary heart Tradescantia pallida ‘Purpurea’
12″ x 3’+ Quick rising floor cowl
Solar/Half Solar Plant should have solar to maintain purple colour
Herbaceous perennial
Plant this purple-leaved magnificence with pink flowers the place you want a shiny spot within the backyard. Native to the gulf coast of Mexico. Zone 6
Rosemary, Upright 5′ x 3′ Rosmarinus officinalis
Rosemary, Trailing 1.5′ x 10’+
Solar, at the least 6 hours
Evergreen
Upright Rosemary is extra winter-hardy than the Trailing, however most will survive for 10-15 years within the panorama. Solely trim into the inexperienced new development, because the woody development doesn’t have the aptitude of sending out new shoots.
Zone 8 The upright varieties Arp and Hill Hardy are rated Zone 7
Russian Sage Perovskia atriplicifolia
4′ x 4′ Dwarf varieties can be found that solely attain 1′-2′ tall
Solar, 6 hours minimal
Herbaceous perennial
In the reduction of to the bottom in late Feb/early March. Returns from roots properly. Offers an “upright” type to the panorama with blue-gray leaves.
Zone 5
Sage, ‘Henry Duelberg’ Salvia x farinacea ‘Henry Duelberg’
3′ x 3′
Solar/Half Solar, at the least 6 hours of direct solar
Herbaceous perennial
In the reduction of to the bottom in late Feb/early March. Comes again reliably within the spring.
Zone 7
Sage, Mealy Blue or Mealy Cup Salvia farinacea
1/5′ x 1/5′
Full Solar
Herbaceous perennial
In the reduction of the the bottom in late Feb/early March. Come again pretty reliably within the spring. Requires well-drained soil
Zone 7
Sage, Mexican Bush Salvia leucantha
3′-5′ x 3′-5′ Dwarf selection, Santa Barbara, solely reaches 2.5′ tall and extensive
Solar/Half Solar No less than 6 hours is beneficial
Herbaceous perennial
In the reduction of to the bottom in late Feb/early March. Might flower in spring, however fundamental bloom interval is late summer time to fall. Plant with Copper Canyon Daisy and Gulf Muhly for a plethora of fall blooms! Zone 7b
Sage, Mystic Spires Salvia longispicata x farinacea
3′ x 3′
Solar/Half Solar tolerates extra shade than many Salvias, however ought to obtain 4-6 hours for finest bloom
Herbaceous perennial
In the reduction of to the bottom in late Feb/early March. Comes again reliably most years. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Zone 7
Santolina, Inexperienced or Grey Santolina chamaecyparissus
1′ x 3′
Solar Evergreen perennial
Also called Lavender Cotton, this plant types a low mound that will drape over a wall whether it is planted shut sufficient. Yellow flowers seem for a short while in the summertime. Fascinating perfume. Zone 6
Picture courtesy of Greenleaf Nursery
Sedge, assorted Carex spp.
Peak varies by selection
Half Solar Two to 4 hours of direct solar.
Evergreen
These low-growing clumps make substitute for lawns.
Zones 4-7, relying on selection
Senna, Frequent Tree Cassia corymbosa
6′-8′ x 6′
Solar/Half Solar No less than 6 hours of direct solar.
Evergreen to semi-evergreen shrub, relying on the winter.
Plant in well-drained soil. Yellow flowers in the summertime.
Zone 8b
Skullcap, Pink Scuttelaria suffrutescens
1′ x 3′
Solar No less than 6 hours of direct solar for finest flowering.
Evergreen perennial
Could also be pruned by “pony-tailing” the expansion and reducing into the inexperienced development. Don’t minimize into woody development, because it won’t flush out.
Zone 7
Society Garlic Tulbagia violacea
1′ x 1′
Solar No less than 6 hours of direct solar.
Evergreen most winters.
Don’t plant by entrance door or any entrance as they’ve an odor paying homage to skunk! Zone 7
Texas Sage Leucophyllum frutescens, Leucophyllum laevegatum, Leucophyllum zygophyllum, and so on.
Measurement varies by selection. Desperado Sage reaches 8′ x 4′, Inexperienced Cloud 8′-12′ x 6′. Lynn’s Legacy solely reaches 4′-5′ x 4′-5′.
Evergreen shrub
Texas Sage could also be pruned in the course of the rising season into the brand new development. Don’t prune again into woody development until it’s in late Feb./early March because it won’t flush. Crops bloom earlier than it rains in the summertime. Zone varies by selection
Thryallis Galphimia glauca
6′ x 6′
Solar/Half Solar No less than 6 hours of solar is beneficial
Evergreen most winters. Might have dieback some winters.
What a humorous widespread identify for this gorgeous shrub! It’s virtually unimaginable to pronounce! Spray new foliage twice every week for 3 weeks or so after planting. It’s fairly dependable after it’s established. Zone 8b
Thyme Thymus spp.
Measurement varies by selection. Most keep under 6″ and unfold about 12″-18″.
Solar/Half Solar
Evergreen
Keep away from the temptation to plant in slim areas between pavers in full solar. It’s actually too scorching right here to achieve success. Morning solar/afternoon shade works, and it makes a pleasant floor cowl in these circumstances. Zone4
Viburnum, Sandankwa Viburnum suspensum
6′-8′ x 4′-5′
Solar/Half Solar/Shade
Evergreen
This massive shrub requires common irrigation. It requires much less frequent irrigation when planted within the shade. Adapts nicely to shearing. Don’t permit mulch to the touch the trunks. Zone 8
Vinca main (inexperienced or variegated) Vinca main
1′ x 4′ groundcover
Shade
Evergreen (Variegated type pictured)
Thought-about invasive in some areas. Periwinkle-colored flowers in mid-spring. Look ahead to a caterpillar often known as a “leaf tier” in the summertime months and deal with with Bt to forestall defoliation. Zone 7
Vitex, Seashore Vitex rotundifolia
2′ x 6’+
Solar/Half Solar
Deciduous woody shrub
This seaside dweller from Asia is taken into account invasive in some coastal states, however not in Central Texas. Small blue flowers seem sporadically all through the summer time. Plant in well-drained soil and common irrigation. Prune again in late winter to manage development. Zone7
Vitex-Chaste Tree Vitex agnus-castus
15′-25′ x 15′-25′ Dwarf types accessible which are sterile. One is ‘Flip Facet’ Vitex that solely grows to eight′ x 8′
Full Solar
Deciduous small tree
This tree is taken into account invasive in some areas of Texas, however not all. Test along with your native extension workplace to see in case your space is one in all them. Plant the sterile dwarf selection whether it is. Give this tree room, it will probably get 25′ extensive! Purple flower spikes in early summer time with repeat blooms in about six weeks until deadheaded. Additionally known as “Texas Lilac” however the blooms go up-they don’t cling down just like the northern Lilacs. Zone 6
Wax Myrtle, Southern Morella cerifera
15′ x 8′
Solar/Half Solar Doesn’t develop nicely within the shade. Present at the least 6 hours of solar.
Evergreen
Native to east Texas the place the soil is healthier and rainfall plentiful, this massive shrub/small tree needs to be planted the place it’ll obtain common irrigation. It’s much less choosy about soils. Wax Myrtles are simply sheared to maintain them full and to manage measurement. Zone7
Wooly Butterfly Bush Buddleia marrubifolia
Solar
4′ x 4′
Evergreen shrub
Plant this silver-leaved drought resistant plant in full solar and well-drained soil. Orange marble-shaped blooms happen in spring and summer time. The blooms aren’t very showy, however they entice the butterflies! Little pruning is required on this compact shrub. Zone 8
Wooly Stemodia Stemodia tomentosa
8″ x 5’+ This low rising floor cowl roots on the nodes because it grows, so give it room.
Solar
Semi-evergreen Might die again in chilly winters however often returns from the roots.
Plant this quick rising floor cowl in full solar and well-drained soil. It’s pretty drought resistant as soon as established. The silver-gray foliage produces gentle blue flowers sporadically all through the summer time. Zone 8a
Yesterday, Immediately and Tomorrow Brunfelsia pauciflora
3′-5′ x 2′-4′ Compact varieties can be found
Dappled Shade
Evergreen shrub
Named for the flowers that open darkish purple then flip lavender then white as they age. Primary bloom is within the spring, however could rebloom beneath the precise circumstances. Plant in fertile soil amended with peat moss to extend acidity. Present common irrigation and fertilize with Azalea fertilizer. Zone 9 Plant in a S-SW location to guard from winter winds. Use as an understory plant.
Japanese Yew, Upright Podocarpus macrophyllus
15′-20′ x 3′-4′ Sluggish rising
Solar/Half Solar/Shade
Evergreen
Shrubby Japanese Yew, Podocarpus macrophyllus ‘Maki’ is commonly discovered within the commerce and solely reaches 8′-10′ x 3′-4′ in 10 years. Each types require well-drained soil and won’t tolerate moist ft. Simply trimmed to maintain compact. Deer could browse in some areas. Zone 8
Yucca species
Measurement varies by selection
Most require full solar. Softleaf Yucca, Yucca pendula, will tolerate some shade.
Plant yucca in nicely drained soil. Look ahead to the Agave weevil, as it’ll assault some species of yucca. Deal with Yucca plant bugs as quickly as they’re seen to keep away from ugly injury.
Zone varies by selection Beaked Yucca (proven) Yucca rostrata is kind of winter hardy in Central TX.
