Texas Natives

Attract Hummingbirds All Summer with Texas Red Yucca

Native plant. Check

Attracts hummingbirds. Check

Vibrant color. Check

Texas Red Yucca checks a lot of boxes. Find out why you should consider adding it to your landscape in the latest article by Environmental Services.

5 beautiful, pollinator-friendly grasses for spectacular fall interest

Did you know that native grasses are critical to the survival of many pollinators?

No, we’re not talking about St. Augustine. These native grasses require no mowing and put on a show year round.

Find out which of these grasses are a good fit for your landscape in the latest article from The Woodlands Township Environmental Services Department.

Giant Coneflower: Taking your garden to new heights

Growing more than 6’ tall, giant coneflowers add a pop of color to any garden. These oversized beauties attract a variety of pollinators, are low maintenance and disease resistant. Learn more about these native plants and plan to add to your fall garden.

Beat the heat with Bluebells

Upright, showy blue to purple bell shaped blooms set this Texas native apart. Found on prairies across Texas, this once prevalent flower thrives near creek beds, streams and rain gardens. Read on for more about this pollinator magnet that blooms all summer starting in June.

Spiderwort is stunning color for shade

Vibrant violet-blue blooms set this Texas native apart. Thriving in nearly any growing condition—including shade—makes this a great choice for any yard. Read on for more about this honeybee magnet that blooms for months starting this month.

Add Height and Habitat with Oxeye Sunflower

Showy yellow daisy-like flowers that draw in hummingbirds, butterflies, and native bees makes this low maintenance native a great addition to any garden. Discover how to grow oxeye sunflower (Heliopsis helianthoides) for water-wise blooms all summer long on impressive plants reaching 3 to 6 feet tall. 

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