FLOWER
PLANTS

What flowers are heat tolerant in Texas?

Columbine: Both red and yellow varieties thrive in moist, well-drained soil, tolerating shade and sun. Prune in late May to keep them healthy.

Coreopsis: The Lance-leaf variety, with its yellow blooms, attracts butterflies and thrives in sun and part shade. Prune spent blooms to encourage more flowers.

Fall Aster: This plant peaks in fall with delicate purple flowers and tolerates sun and part shade. It is lightly pruned in spring and summer.

Firebush: Known for its distinctive orange-red flowers that attract hummingbirds, this plant turns burgundy in autumn. Prune after the first freeze to encourage new growth.

Plumbago: With sky blue or white blooms, this plant prefers morning sun and afternoon shade, attracting butterflies. Cut back after a hard freeze.

Rock Rose: This small shrub attracts butterflies with its hibiscus-like blooms. Prune by a third in late winter to maintain its shape.

Sage: Various hardy varieties, such as Cedar, Cherry, and Mexican Bush, thrive in full sun and are deer—and rabbit-resistant. Prune after the first freeze.

Shrimp Plant: Its unique shrimp-like flowers thrive in the morning sun and afternoon shade, attracting hummingbirds. Prune to six inches in winter to promote new growth.