Low-Maintenance Plants that Come Back Every Year

Want a garden that looks great without constant upkeep? Perennials—plants that return year after year—are a perfect choice. In North Texas, where summers are hot and dry and winters can be unpredictable, selecting the right plants makes all the difference. Here are 10 beautiful, low-maintenance perennials that will keep your yard looking vibrant with minimal effort.

1. Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia)

These bold yellow flowers thrive in full sun and require very little water once established. They’re also a magnet for butterflies and bees.

2. Salvia

Available in many colors, salvia is heat-tolerant, drought-resistant, and deer-resistant. It’s a favorite among hummingbirds and adds vertical interest to beds.

3. Purple Coneflower (Echinacea)

This North Texas favorite blooms throughout the summer and can handle poor soil and high heat. It also attracts pollinators and reseeds easily.

4. Lantana

Tough and colorful, lantana thrives in full sun and tolerates both heat and drought. It blooms non-stop and comes in vibrant colors like orange, yellow, and pink.

5. Turk’s Cap

Perfect for shady areas, this hardy Texas native produces red, hibiscus-like flowers that attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

6. Coreopsis

Also known as tickseed, this cheerful perennial thrives in full sun and dry conditions. It produces masses of bright yellow or orange blooms.

7. Autumn Sage (Salvia greggii)

This native shrub-like perennial is evergreen in mild winters and blooms from spring to fall. It’s extremely drought-tolerant and low-maintenance.

8. Mexican Petunia (Ruellia)

With purple blooms and a hardy nature, this fast-growing perennial is great for filling in garden beds and tolerates poor soil.

9. Russian Sage

This tall, wispy bloomer thrives in heat and poor soil. Its silvery foliage and lavender flowers provide texture and color all summer.

10. Yarrow

This rugged plant produces clusters of small flowers in shades of white, yellow, or pink and does well in full sun with little water.

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