Perennials for Houston Area Gardens
At Growers Outlet, we specialize in perennials that love Texas heat and return year after year. Our selection includes full-sun varieties that handle our hot afternoons, shade perennials for protected areas, and special plants that attract birds, bees, and butterflies.
Why choose perennials? Unlike annuals, these plants come back each season, giving you more value and less replanting work. We've carefully selected varieties that perform well in Montgomery County's climate and soil conditions.
Browse our categories: full sun perennials for those hot sunny spots, part-sun varieties for morning light areas, and shade perennials for under trees. Plus, discover native and adapted species that support local wildlife.
Note: Flower colors shown in photos may vary from actual plants in stock.
The Goldsturm Black-Eyed Susan is a classic perennial reaching 2 feet tall and wide. It features golden-yellow petals surrounding a dark chocolate center. This heat-tolerant plant is a Houston favorite for its long summer bloom time and rugged nature.*
$12.99
Mexican Bush Sage reaches 3-4' tall and wide. Features fuzzy purple flower spikes and silvery foliage. Thrives in Willis and Houston sun. A drought-tolerant, late-season TX pollinator favorite!*
$24.95
'Coral' Autumn Sage reaches 2-3' tall and wide. This hardy Texas native selection produces soft, peachy-coral blooms from spring through fall. It thrives in Willis and Houston sun and is remarkably drought-tolerant. A delicate yet tough TX favorite.*
$19.95
'Furman's Red' Autumn Sage reaches 2-3' tall and wide. This iconic Texas native produces deep crimson-red blooms from spring through frost. It thrives in Willis and Houston sun and is remarkably drought-tolerant. A legendary hummingbird favorite!*
$19.95
'Red' Autumn Sage reaches 2-3' tall and wide. This rugged Texas native produces a profusion of bright red flowers from spring through fall. It thrives in Willis and Houston sun and is exceptionally drought-tolerant. A classic, low-maintenance TX favorite!
$10.99
'Hot Pink' Autumn Sage reaches 2-3' tall and wide. This Texas native hybrid produces glowing pink blooms from spring through fall. It thrives in Willis and Houston sun and is incredibly drought-tolerant. A top-tier pollinator magnet!*
$19.95
'Indigo Spires' reaches 3-5' tall and wide. This vigorous perennial produces long, twisting spikes of deep indigo-blue flowers from spring until frost. It thrives in Willis and Houston sun and loves the Texas heat. A high-impact, pollinator-favorite.*
$10.99
'Tokyo' Serissa reaches 2-4' tall and wide. This compact evergreen features tiny variegated leaves and white star-shaped blooms. It thrives in part shade and consistent moisture, making it a charming accent for Houston gardens.*
$29.95
Dark Violet Skullcap can grow to 12-18 inches tall and wide, showcasing tubular, dark violet flowers that bloom from late spring to early fall, and green, lance-shaped leaves.
$10.99
Society Garlic reaches 1-2' tall. This hardy perennial features clumps of narrow leaves and dainty lavender flower clusters. Thrives in Willis and Houston sun and is very drought-tolerant. A reliable, pest-deterring TX favorite!*
$10.99
Star Jasmine is a versatile evergreen vine reaching 10-20 feet with support. Its intoxicatingly fragrant white flowers bloom profusely in spring, and its glossy foliage thrives in Houston's humidity, making it a local favorite for fences and trellises.*
$10.99
Sweet Almond Verbena is a large, deciduous shrub celebrated for its intoxicating, almond-scented white flower spikes. Reaching 10-15 feet, it thrives in Houston’s sun and heat, acting as a magnet for butterflies and hummingbirds. 15 Gallon.*
$149.00
The 'Cape Town Red' Tecoma is a stunning compact shrub that produces clusters of fiery red trumpet-shaped flowers. It thrives in Houston's heat and humidity, blooming from spring through the first frost to attract hummingbirds. 3 Gallon.*
$39.95
Red Turks Cap is a resilient Texas native reaching 3-5 feet tall and wide. Its unique turban-shaped scarlet flowers are hummingbird magnets that thrive in Houston's heat and humidity, performing exceptionally well in both sun and deep shade.*
$10.99
Almond Verbena is a fast-growing woody perennial reaching 10-15 feet tall and wide. It is prized in Houston for its intense, almond-scented white flower spikes that attract butterflies and hummingbirds throughout our long, humid growing season.*
$29.95
Lemon Verbena can grow to 3-6 ft tall and 2-4 ft wide, featuring fragrant, lemon-scented leaves and small white to pale lavender flowers that bloom in summer, great for teas and culinary use.
$10.99
The Color Guard Adams Needle Yucca is a striking evergreen perennial reaching 2-3 feet tall and wide. Its vibrant gold-and-green striped foliage provides year-round architectural interest, thriving in Houston's intense heat and humidity. Low maintenance.*
$32.95