Perennials

Lantana hybrida

Lantana hybrida 'Irene' is a shrub-type Lantana that can get 2-3' in height with a 6-8' spread. Irene is similar to 'Confetti' with tri-colored blooms consisting of yellow, pink, and red but the colors are more vibrant than the muted colors of 'Confetti'.  The colors of Lantana flowers will change colors with age and vary greatly during the bloom season.  Pink is a great color for attracting butterflies and the berries are a food source for birds in the fall and winter. Irene Lantana will bloom late spring to fall and has an upright growth habit. The foliage is very aromatic and can irritate the skin of some people. Irene Lantana should be spaced every 24-36" when planting.

Hardiness: USDA Zones 9-10
Plant Use: Perennial
Exposure: Full Sun
Water Requirements: Low

Jeri
Louisiana Iris 

Louisiana Irises enjoy full sun to partially shady conditions. These beardless hybrid irises have a full line of colorful members. They have a fine strap like foliage that remains evergreen in warmer climates. This group of iris is not fully frost hardy in colder climates but will withstand light to moderate frosts. Louisiana Irises are basically swamp or water plants but are very happy garden plants if kept well watered. Iris 'Jeri' has flowers that are flaring dark grape-violet with inconspicuous yellow signals. Plant height is 38 inches and the plant forms very stunning clusters in the garden. Developed by Bertinot, N. 1984.

Hardiness: USDA Zones 5-11
Habit or Plant Use: Flowering Perennial
Exposure: Sun to Part Sun
Water Requirements: High to Medium

Dianella revoluta

Little Rev ™ PPAF

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Dianella revoluta 'Little Rev' PPAF is a distinctive blue-hued, tough plant with arching straplike leaves that have slightly rolled back margins. Value is in the unique blue color and semi-dwarf habit. In spring and summer, bears blue and white flowers, followed by glossy dark blue berries. Ideal for mass, group, or border plantings. Makes an excellent container or single specimen plant. A great alternative for shrubs, liriopes, and groundcovers. Thrives well in full sun to part shade. Performs well in sand or clay soils. Little Rev™ is extremely drought tolerant once established. Tolerates heavy frost and hot and/or humid conditions. Evergreen in normal winters to 24º F. Perennial through Zone 6? Slow growth rate. Maximum height 1’. Space 2-3’ for optimum performance.

Hardiness: USDA Zones 8b-11
Plant Use: Grass-like Perennial
Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Sun
Water Requirements: Medium - Low

Echinacea purpurea

Magnus Purple Coneflower

Echinacea has 9 species in its genus and all are native to the United States. They are related to Rudbeckia and have very much the same look when flowering. Echinaceas have dark green leaves and solitary, daisy-like flower heads. They require well-drained soil, full sun and flowers should be cut off when flowering is complete in order to extend the bloom time. Purple Coneflowers attract wildlife and provide a wildflower or wilderness look to your garden. Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus' has a bit larger flower (approx. 7 inches wide) with dark orange disks and the ray florets are deep purple and more horizontal than other varieties. 1998 Perennial Plant of the year. Echinacea purpurea 'Magnus' is part of our Plants For Texas® Program, meaning it was Texas Grown, Tested in Texas to perform outstanding for Texas Gardens.

Hardiness: USDA Zones 3-9
Plant Use: Flowering Perennial
Exposure: Full Sun
Water Requirements: Low