Semi-hardy herbaceous perennial with arching, feather stems that form a dense frond with a open 'fluffy' look that resembles a fox's tail. Ideal for containers to relocate in the winter to protect from freezing temperatures. 

Small white flowers start to appear in the late spring and summer, followed by bright red berries with seeds instead of spores which disqualifies this plant as a true fern. 

Evergreen fern that performs exceptionally well in acidic soils with good drainage and regular fertilization. Forms a rounded mound of glossy dark green leaves that unfurl and lay down slightly. The name comes from the holy-like leaves on the fronds. It tolerates sun better than other ferns, however the strong Texas heat combined with the sunlight will burn the foliage. 

Grows back easily after a heavy trimming when the foliage becomes sunburned or frayed - use caution not to cut into the crown.  Rough spots on the backs of leaves are sori: the structures that contain and disperse fern spores. They are not harmful to the holly fern, but often confused as a plant infection or pest. 

Fast growing Texas native fern that demands moist, well drained acidic soils throughout the spring and summer. Semi-evergreen in warmer areas, but dies back to the roots completely if temperatures drop below freezing. Leaves are a light green hue, very graceful and delicate. Spreads easily by underground runners. 

Although it is drought tolerant, it dies back to the roots and will only return during wet conditions. Will outright die within twelve months if the conditions do not become favorable. 

 

Open airy leaves and the light graceful form gave this plant it's name, however it is not a true fern as it self propagates by seeds and root stems. Small white flowers appear in the summer, followed by red berries that are enjoyed by birds.

Turns an unsightly shade of yellow in the heat of full sun, however maintains a healthy dark green in shade. 

A popular fruit tree for Texas that grows well in the ground or in containers. The tree sap is milky and irritating to the skin. Not ideal for small landscapes, as it can feasilbly grow 40' feel tall and wide and block out sunlight to any plants under it.

Fig trees normally put out two crops - the Breba Crop and Main Crop. The Breba Crop is the first, with fruits appearing in the spring on last seasons' new growth. The Main Crop comes in the fall on that seasons' new growth.

Growth as mentioned can get quite overbearing, and loss of fruits is likely if pruned heavily.

Water young fig trees regularly till established. Thereafter, provide a deep watering every one or two weeks. Fig Trees benefit from heavy mulching, which retains the soil moisture.

A vigorous growing vine native to East Asia that has found itself useful in the southern Texas landscapes.

Two types of leaves exist for the Fig Vine; the young leaves are small, no larger than one inch and are borne on young stems that do nothing more than climb any surface they touch. This, coupled with the vigorous growth habit allow Fig Vine to cover walls, trees, and even buildings relatively quickly and completely. Once the vine finds it has nothing left to climb, adult stems will emerge with larger, thicker leaves, and will also bear non-edible fig fruits.

Fig Vine is very tolerant of poor soil and heat. Harsh winters can kill the vine back; otherwise pruning it constantly to keep under control will be required. Be aware of the surfaces it will come into contact with, as it will damage wood fences and brick walls if forcefully removed. If you wish to remove Fig Vine with minimal damage, destroy the plant or stems at the base and allow the foliage to decompose naturally. 

Aromatic perennial with a strong garlic-onion fragrance. Purple blooms persist spring to fall, reaching up to three feet tall.

Hameln, also ‘Fountain Grass’, is a small perennial ornamental grass with a mounded growth habit that makes it ideal for small borders, mass plantings, and erosion control.  The rich green leaves turn golden yellow in fall when green-white flower plumes appear and persist until the first freeze. 

Requires well drained soils, and will suffer if left in areas with standing water. It is not required, however it’s recommended to cut back all dead foliage before spring solely for aesthetic reasons. 

Texas native dwarf ornamental clumping grass with glossy green foliage that becomes nearly hidden under the very attractive pink-red flowers in the late summer that almost become a haze over the entire plant, lasting up to a month. An outstanding choice for massings. Will grow back after a freeze and return in the spring.

Require well drained soils, and will suffer if left in areas with standing water. It is not required, however it’s recommended to cut back all dead foliage before spring solely for aesthetic reasons. 

Texas native clump forming grass that is an ideal choice for an accent or summer screen. The blue-green leaves compliment the flower plumes that emerge slightly purple, then turning silvery-gray.

Lindheimer is a fast grower and could possibily benefit from a  pruning in early August before blooming, but not neccessary. 

Requires well drained soils, and will suffer if left in areas with standing water. It is not required, however it’s recommended to cut back all dead foliage before spring solely for aesthetic reasons. 

Dwarf cultivar of Pampas grass that doesn’t become as overbearing or invasive as the regular Pampass. An excellent large barrier as the foliage is sharp enough to cut skin. Large plumes are striking in the fall and persist into winter.  Pampass is one of the toughest ornamental grasses available, and nearly considered evergreen. 

Require well drained soils, and will suffer if left in areas with standing water. It is not required, however it’s recommended to cut back all dead foliage before spring solely for aesthetic reasons. 

Clumping perennial grass with outstanding purple foliage throught the warm season, and pinkish-purple flowers in the fall. Will die in a freeze; often treated as an annual.