If you live in northern Texas, you might want to consider growing flowering shrubs, including Oxblood lily, Marshmallow hibiscus, and Turk’s cap. These shrubs thrive in sun and can handle afternoon shade, so they’re a good option for partial-shade areas. These plants produce tinier red peppers that birds love. In fact, some of the plants listed above thrive in full-sun areas as well.
Lantana urticoides
Lantana ursifolia, or ‘Texas Lantana,’ is one of the most beautiful flowering shrubs for North Texas. Its native range is across Texas and parts of Louisiana, Mississippi, and Mexico. This low-growing, dense shrub grows best in full sun and prefers poor soil. It will die back in the south but will bloom again in a warmer climate. The flowering season lasts for about two to three months.
The blooms of the Texas Lantana start in mid-spring and last until mid-fall. The flowers are tubular and begin as a sunny yellow, turning orange, red, or purple as they age. The plants are also considered poisonous to humans, so they should not be planted in areas where pets are present. However, if you want to attract hummingbirds to your yard, you can plant these plants in a garden with other plants.
The lantana has a high tolerance for drought. It grows well in almost any soil. Its flowers attract bees, which feed on the nectar to make honey. Butterflies and other birds enjoy eating the fruit. Lantanas are not poisonous to humans, but their berries are. This makes them a great plant for a neglected area in the yard.
The lantana plant can be propagated from cuttings. Cuts should be about three to five inches long and rooted in well-draining soil. You can also collect the seeds from lantana berries. Leave the berries on the plants until the evening when you want to harvest them. Once the berries have dried, you can crush them and air dry them. Plant them near the south wall.
This fragrant, low-maintenance plant will attract bees and butterflies to your garden. It’s an excellent low-growing hedge or addition to any flower garden. The flowering season runs from April to October. These plants bloom from early May through the fall and attract moths. It tolerates poor soil, but prefers moderate water. It can even grow in a large garden.
Oxblood lily
To grow oxblood lilies, you can use one of several methods. The first method is to divide the plant in half, removing the leaves, and transplanting the new plants in the same location. Once the new plants have been transplanted, they should begin growing after about two to three weeks. Another method involves separating the crowns of a single oxblood lily plant. To separate the crowns, you need to dig up the plant, remove the roots, and cut them apart. Make sure to keep the crowns well-watered, and if possible, remove dead leaves.
When planting oxblood lilies, choose a location that receives six to eight hours of sunlight daily. They also grow well in partial shade. If you prefer shade, plant oxblood lilies in the afternoon. These bushes tolerate most soil types and thrive in full sun to partial shade. Oxblood lilies also tolerate acidic soils. To ensure blooming, you can divide the bulbs every two or three years.
If you want a more tropical look for your yard, you should consider Oxblood lilies. They can grow from seed to bloom in a year. You should also keep in mind that this plant is toxic to humans and small pets. It can cause diarrhea or stomach pains in both of them, but it is not life threatening. To avoid a lily-related emergency, you should plant oxblood lilies in areas where pets won’t be present.
The name of this plant comes from its color, which resembles an amaryllis. Oxblood lilies bloom on stems of twelve inches. The foliage of Oxblood lilies is green year-round, and matures in late spring or summer. Oxblood lilies respond well to both partial and full sun. They also respond better to actual rainfall. They should be placed in a location where there is partial sunlight and full sun.
The oxblood lily flowering shrub is an interesting addition to any landscape in north Texas. While native to South America, the plants were brought to Texas in the 1800s by German immigrants. Today, they are rarely sold in nurseries and are mostly passed along among gardeners. However, they add a splash of bright red intensity to a landscape in autumn. In addition, their bright red flowers bloom throughout the winter months.
Marshmallow hibiscus
If you’re looking for an elegant addition to your landscape, consider a flowering shrub such as a marsh mallow, a type of marshmallow hibiscus. Its white or pink flowers are topped with an eye-catching yellow stamen. The flowers bloom in midsummer and last until fall. The shrub’s leaves are small, wedge-shaped, and grow up to eight inches long. The flowers are fragrant and typically reach a width of 7-8 inches. These plants are easy to grow well in a row.
Hibiscus plants are native to the tropics, but several species are hardy enough for our climate. Hibiscus species were first recommended by Bernard McMahon for use as home plants in 1806. The word “Hibiscus” itself is a Greek word meaning “marshmallow.” Its name refers to the delicate beauty and gentleness of its flowers.
This large, sun-loving shrub has large flowers. The blooms are pink to maroon in color and grow up to eight feet tall. They are drought-tolerant and require little care. They bloom from summer to the first frost. In winter, they die down to the ground and re-sprout in late spring. Marshmallow hibiscus is a wonderful choice for areas where water is scarce.
Native to the tropics, Marshmallow hibiscus is a popular plant for gardeners and homeowners alike. The tall, sturdy plant is a good choice for hot climates. This type tolerates clay and muck, and is hardy enough to handle some frost during the cold months. If you’re looking for an elegant flowering shrub for your landscape, consider adding a marshmellow hibiscus to your landscape.
These perennial hibiscus are low maintenance. They prefer full sun to partial shade and can tolerate some shade. They’re a favorite for table decorations, as they don’t require water and last for a full day. Cut the flower stalks when they’re fully open in the morning. It’s important to cut the stems after they open, but only until they are about six inches high.
Turk’s cap
A beautiful, tropical-looking flowering shrub, Turk’s Cap is hardy in most regions of the world and thrives in north Texas. It produces small, heart-shaped flowers and is moderately deer-resistant, thanks to its holes in the foliage. This plant is also suitable for container growing. This flowering shrub is highly adaptable, and tolerates drought and heat well. It’s a versatile plant that can grow in a wide range of conditions, including full sun, shady areas and containers.
A beautiful shrub with bright, deep red or orange flowers, Turk’s Cap thrives in North Texas and is a popular choice among gardeners and hummingbird enthusiasts. Its flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds, and its hardy nature makes it easy to propagate. Despite its popularity, this shrub is easy to grow and is tolerant of most soils. A rich loam soil is best for planting.
Native to the southern United States, Turk’s Cap is drought-resistant and drought-tolerant. During winter, it dies to the ground. In the spring, it emerges again and produces long, fragrant blooms that attract bees and other pollinators. As a flowering shrub, it produces beautiful, fragrant flowers. A single bush can grow up to three feet tall and four feet wide.
Malvaviscus arboreus, or turban weed, is a beautiful, shady shrub native to the southeastern U.S. This evergreen shrub produces flowers with prominent stamens at the tips of stems. It has a bushy habit and is usually 6-8 feet tall and comparable in height. It is not tolerant of direct sunlight, but will bounce back if given morning sun and afternoon shade.
Another drought-resistant shrub, Lantana, can be grown in full sun. It blooms until frost. This versatile and drought-tolerant shrub can thrive in zones 4 through eight, and it’s an ideal plant for a North Texas landscape. It can be treated as an annual up to zone seven, but if you mulch the roots and plant them in winter, they will grow back after a mild winter. Its fragrant flowers will attract butterflies and birds.
