![]() ![]() (many species, cultivars and hybrids available, both perennial and annual) –Deciduous or semi evergreen, depending on variety. Popular garden flower for height and interest forms clumps of bushy foliage and sends up tall stems with clusters of fragrant, tubular flowers in shades from pink, violet, white and orange. ![]() Phlox paniculata‐ Deciduous, with several hybrids available including ‘John Fanick’, ‘Robert Poore’, and ‘David’. Upright forms can grow to 3’ in height and spread aggressively through re‐seeding, while dwarf hybrids such as ‘Katy’s’ are more clumping and compact. Another Texas native plant with a variety of hybrids and species, all attractive to hummingbirds and blooming in either pink, lavender, or blue. Grows best in full sun and can reach 3’‐4’ in height and width. Fragrant foliage on a semi‐woody, sprawling subshrub that is covered with tubular, lavender flowers in early summer. Poliomintha longiflora‐ Deciduous, tender perennial. Coral honeysuckle, Lonicera sempervirens, is a favorite native species with tubular red blossoms tipped in yellow. Forming woody vines that will sprawl over neighboring shrubs or fences, their fragrant, tubular flowers are a favorite nectar source for many pollinators. Multiple species and cultivars, several of which are native to Texas. Lonicera spp.‐Evergreen or semi‐evergreen. ‘Brakelights’ is a popular, more compact variety. Blooms in colors from pale yellow to dark red. Tough, grassy foliage to 2’‐3’ in height with taller bloom spikes reaching up to 5’ in height depending on variety. Often called ‘Red Yucca’, this xeric native thrives best in full, hot sun and is tolerant of drought and poor soils. Hesperaloe parviflora (several hybrids and varieties)‐ Evergreen. Once established, it is tolerant of some drought conditions. Can reach 4’x 4’ and thrives best in full sun. Airy, arching branches smothered in brilliant red‐orange, tubular blossoms make this an appealing shrubby perennial for gardens with plenty of space. Best in areas with full sun and space to spread over time. Tall, airy wand‐like stems reaching 3’‐4’ in height with delicate foliage produce spikes of brilliant red, tubular flowers that are irresistible to hummingbirds. Ipomopsis rubra‐ Technically a deciduous biennial, this Texas native also readily re‐seeds itself. Appreciate dappled light and are best in areas with morning sun but afternoon shade. hinckleyana) are easily grown from seed and can freely re‐seed themselves once established. ![]() Typically grows 18”‐36” inches in height and thrive in full sun. Clusters of tubular blossoms are a favorite among many pollinators and native species are easily started from seed in mid to late summer. ![]() Widely varied in color and form across native species and hybrids. punctata as well as hybrids such as ‘Jacob Cline’). – (Popular varieties include native species M. Most grow to be between 18” and 36” in bloom, and send up graceful stems with tubular flowers that vary from pale pink to deep red and violet. Many native species are available, as well as many hybrids including ‘Garnet’ and ‘Husker’s Red’. Flaming red‐orange, tubular blossoms are a favorite of many pollinators, including hummingbirds. Grows 3’ x 3’ or larger in some areas, becoming a woody subshrub over time. Needs full sun and tolerates hot, dry locations. Acanthus, FlameĪnisacanthus wrightii ‐ Deciduous. Grows easily from seed to 18”‐30” by same and may re‐seed itself freely in the garden. Thrives best in full sun and provides fragrant, minty foliage and plumes of flowers in colors from white, red, orange, and purple. (Popular varieties include ‘Tutti Frutti’ ‘Apricot Sunrise’ and ‘Golden Jubilee’) – Deciduous. ![]()
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