
Our native landscape is the inspiration for this guide to earth-wise plant choices for Austin area gardens. The Grow Green plant list was created to help you select beautiful native and adapted plants which are naturally drought tolerant and resistant to pests and diseases. The less watering, fertilizing, and chemical control required in your yard, the more you contribute to the conservation and preservation of our precious water resources - our streams, lakes, and aquifers.
Title | Botanical Name | Plant Type | Light | Plant Images |
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Redbud, Mexican | Cercis canadensis var . 'mexicana' Redbud, Texas Cercis canadensis var. 'texensis' | Trees (Small)/Large Shrubs | Sun/Part Shade | ![]() |
Pomegranate | Punica granatum | Trees (Small)/Large Shrubs | Sun | ![]() ![]() |
Plum, Mexican | Prunus mexicana | Trees (Small)/Large Shrubs | Sun/Part Shade | ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Persimmon, Texas | Diospyros texana | Trees (Small)/Large Shrubs | Sun/Part Shade | ![]() ![]() |
Palm, Windmill | Trachycarpus fortunei | Trees (Small)/Large Shrubs | Sun/Part Shade | ![]() |
Olive, Mexican | Cordia boissieri | Trees (Small)/Large Shrubs | Sun/Part Shade | ![]() ![]() |
Mountain Laurel, Texas | Sophora secundiflora | Trees (Small)/Large Shrubs | Sun/Part Shade | ![]() ![]() |
Kidneywood | Eysenhardtia texana | Trees (Small)/Large Shrubs | Sun/Part Shade | ![]() ![]() |
Huisache | Acacia farnesiana | Trees (Small)/Large Shrubs | Sun | ![]() |
Arroyo Sweetwood | Myrospernum sousanum | Trees (Small)/Large Shrubs | Sun/Part Shade | ![]() ![]() |