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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.

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Featured Plants

Retama Parkinsonia aculeata , Retama Parkinsonia aculeata , Retama Parkinsonia aculeata
Title: Retama
Esperanza/Yellow Bells , Esperanza/Yellow Bells
Title: Esperanza/Yellow Bells
Dalea, Black Dalea frutescens
Title: Dalea, Black
Bird of Paradise, Red. Caesalpinia pulcherrim , Bird of Paradise, Red. Caesalpinia pulcherrima , Bird of Paradise, Red. Caesalpinia pulcherrim
Title: Bird of Paradise, Red
Title Botanical Name Plant Type Light Plant Images
Skyflower, Duranta Duranta erecta Shrubs Sun/Part Shade Skyflower, Duranta Duranta erecta , Skyflower, Duranta Duranta erecta
Dalea, Black Dalea frutescens Shrubs Sun Dalea, Black Dalea frutescens
Japanese Yew Podocarpus macrophyllus Shrubs Sun/Part Shade Japanese Yew Podocarpus macrophyllus , Japanese Yew Podocarpus macrophyllus
Sumac, Fragrant (Aromatic) Rhus aromatica Shrubs Sun/Part Shade Sumac, Fragrant (Aromatic) Rhus aromatica , Sumac, Fragrant (Aromatic) Rhus aromatica
Desert Broom Baccharis sarothroides Shrubs Sun Desert Broom Baccharis sarothroides
Mallow, Globe Sphaeralcea ambigua Shrubs Sun Mallow, Globe Sphaeralcea ambigua , Mallow, Globe Sphaeralcea ambigua
American Beautyberry Callicarpa americana Shrubs Shade American Beautyberry Callicarpa americana , American Beautyberry Callicarpa americana
Sweet Almond Verbena Verbena Aloysia virgata Shrubs Sun/Part Shade Sweet Almond Verbena Aloysia virgata
Elbow Bush Forestirera pubescens Shrubs Sun/Part Shade Elbow Bush Forestirera pubescens , Elbow Bush Forestirera pubescens
Mistflower, White Ageratina havanensis Shrubs Sun/Part Shade Mistflower, White Ageratina havanensis , Mistflower, White Ageratina havanensis

Our native landscape is the inspiration for this guide to earthwise 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.

Native plants belong here; they thrive with minimal care and provide habitat for local wildlife. We have chosen plants you should be able to find without too much trouble. Some non-natives are also recommended, for special situations, like shady areas, poorly drained soils or for their deer resistance. Many plants were included simply for their great beauty.

Some people move to Austin and try to surround themselves with plants they are familiar with from their past homes. These plants are often poorly suited to our climate and soils. By choosing native and adapted plants, you become more knowledgeable about, more aware of, and more connected to the land of Central Texas. Incorporate them into your landscape for a garden style with a sense of place. We hope you enjoy using this guide to recreate Austin's natural beauty in your own back yard.