Grow What Belongs Here
Native plants are the smart choice for Houston area gardens. They evolved in our climate, thrive in our clay soil, and once established they need far less water, fertilizer, and care than non-native plants. They also support local birds, bees, butterflies, and other beneficial wildlife.
With water conservation becoming increasingly important in Texas, natives are not just a good garden choice — they're a responsible one.
Our native selection includes flowering perennials for seasonal color, native grasses for low-maintenance texture, shrubs for structure and wildlife habitat, and trees that have proven themselves in our region for generations.
Popular performers for our area include Salvia, Turk's Cap, Beautyberry, Yaupon Holly, Mexican Bush Sage, and Inland Sea Oats.
Good to know: Native plants may look slow getting started — they spend their first season establishing roots. By year two they take off and rarely look back.
The 'Flame' Acanthus is a tough-as-nails Texas native reaching 3-4 feet. This drought-tolerant shrub thrives in Houston's heat, producing vibrant orange-red tubular flowers from summer through fall that hummingbirds find irresistible. Sun to part shade.*
$24.95
The 'Benny's Gold' Aniscanthus is a heat-loving Texas native reaching 3-4 feet. This 1 gallon 'Benny's Gold' thrives in full sun, producing golden-yellow tubular flowers that attract hummingbirds while effortlessly handling Houston's humidity. *
$10.99
The 'Flame Red' Aniscanthus, or Flame Acanthus, is a 3-5 foot Texas native perfect for Houston. This 1 gallon 'Flame Red' thrives in intense heat, blooming with fiery red-orange tubular flowers that hummingbirds find irresistible all summer long. *
$10.99
The 'Pink' Autumn Sage is a tough Texas native that produces masses of rosy-pink blooms. Growing 2-3' tall, it is a champion of Houston heat and a favorite for local hummingbirds. Its aromatic foliage adds charm to any sunny garden spot. 2 Gallon.*
$19.95
The 'American' Beautyberry is a stunning native shrub reaching 5-8 feet tall. Thriving in Houston’s humidity, it features arching branches that erupt in vibrant purple berry clusters in fall, providing essential food for local birds. 3 Gallon.*
$24.95
The Fire Master™ Black Gum is a Houston standout, reaching 50' tall with a 25' spread. This native selection thrives in our heavy clay and heat, offering glossy summer foliage and a breathtaking scarlet-red fall display in full sun.
$149.00
Winecup reaches 6-12" tall and spreads 3'+. This TX native features vibrant magenta cup-shaped blooms. Thrives in Willis and Houston sun and is very drought-tolerant. A hardy, pollinator-favorite groundcover for spring color!*
$12.99
The Cedar Elm in a 30-gallon size is a resilient Texas native shade tree. Reaching 50-70 feet, it is prized for its heat tolerance, adaptability to heavy Houston clay, and beautiful golden-yellow fall foliage, making it a rugged landscape staple.
$400.00
Pink Muhly Grass is a showstopping native ornamental featuring airy clouds of vibrant pink fall blooms. Reaching 3' tall in full sun, it is highly drought-tolerant and thrives in Houston's heat and various soil types. 3 Gallon.*
$24.95
The Texas Bluebonnet reaches 12-15" tall. This iconic state flower features vibrant blue flower spikes with white tips. It thrives in Willis and Houston sun and is very drought-tolerant. A must-have for a classic TX spring landscape!*
$12.99
The Live Oak Tree 15G is the iconic evergreen shade tree for Houston. Known for its massive spreading canopy and incredible longevity, this native thrives in heavy clay and provides classic Southern character to any Texas landscape.
$179.00
The Live Oak Tree in a 30-gallon size is the quintessential evergreen shade tree for the Houston metro area. Known for its massive, spreading canopy and incredible longevity, this majestic native thrives in heavy clay and provides iconic Southern characte
$319.00
The Shumard Red Oak 65G is a premier native Texas shade tree. Reaching 40-60 feet, it is prized for its fast growth, stately pyramidal shape, and reliable, brilliant red fall color, making it a majestic addition to any large Houston landscape.
$725.00
The White Oak Tree in a 30-gallon size is a majestic, long-lived Texas native shade tree. Reaching 50-80 feet tall, it is prized for its stately wide-spreading canopy, exceptional wood strength, and beautiful wine-red autumn foliage, thriving across Houst
$339.00
The Loblolly Pine 30G is a fast-growing, stately Texas native. Reaching 60-90 feet, it features fragrant needles and a straight trunk, making it an excellent choice for quick screening or adding a majestic "piney woods" feel to Houston landscapes.
$319.00
The 'Green Cloud' Texas Sage is a lush evergreen reaching 6-8' tall and wide with deep green foliage and vibrant magenta-purple blooms. It is a Houston heat-thriver that loves full sun, but it must have excellent drainage to succeed in our local clay soil
$26.95
The 'Silver Star' Texas Sage reaches 4-5' tall and wide with shimmering silver foliage and purple blooms. It loves Houston heat and full sun but requires excellent drainage to thrive in our local soils. A stunning, low-maintenance desert native!*
$26.95
The Wax Myrtle 15G is a premier, fast-growing Texas native evergreen for instant privacy. Reaching 10-15 feet, it features dense, aromatic olive-green foliage and offers exceptional resilience in the heavy clay and humid conditions of Houston.
$159.00
The Wax Myrtle 7G is a versatile, fast-growing Texas native evergreen. Reaching 10-15 feet, it features aromatic olive-green foliage and tiny berries, making it the premier choice for natural privacy screening and wildlife habitats in Houston
$59.00