Spring in Austin is one of the best times to freshen up your backyard. With temperatures warming, and long sunny days ahead, it’s the perfect window to plant a yard that will thrive through the intense Texas summer.
Low-Maintenance Shrubs
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Texas Sage (Cenizo)
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Flame Acanthus
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Esperanza (Yellow Bells)
Great for borders, privacy, and filling empty space.
Flowering Perennials
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Blackfoot Daisy
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Gregg’s Mistflower
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Rock Rose
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Lantana
Perfect for garden beds or bushes.
Drought Tolerant Plants
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Red Yucca
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Pride of Barbados
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Retama (Palo Verde)
Ideal for low-water landscaping.
Ornamental Grasses
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Big Muhly
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Mexican Feather Grass
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Little Bluestem
Looks nice along walkways and fences.
If you want a backyard that looks great and survives the Texas summer, stick with drought resistant plants. Rather than spending your time maintaining your yard, you'll get to enjoy it.
