As every Texas landscaper knows, summer here isn’t just hot, it’s relentless. Intense sun, soaring temperatures, and dry spells can quickly take a toll on plants that aren’t built to handle the heat.

That’s why choosing hardy, heat-tolerant plants is essential for keeping landscapes healthy, colorful, and low-maintenance through the toughest months. Fortunately, there are plenty of reliable options that not only survive but thrive in these harsh conditions.

Here are a few standout selections perfect for hot Texas summers:

Lantana

Lantana is a perennial favored in Texas for its ability to thrive in high temperatures. Known for its vivid colors that persist throughout the season, Lantana offers a variety of hues and growth patterns to suit any landscape design.

Esperanza

Also known as Yellow Bells, Esperanza stands out with its striking golden-yellow, or orange,  flowers that bloom profusely during the summer. This heat-loving plant adds a burst of color to gardens and landscapes, making it a very popular choice in the season.

Texas Sage

Native to Texas, this resilient shrub is well-loved for its ability to endure both, intense heat and drought conditions once established. Texas Sage puts out a beautiful show with beautiful purple blooms following periods of rain, enhancing the aesthetic appeal of both commercial and residential projects.

Red Yucca

A versatile evergreen perennial, Red Yucca thrives in the summer with its striking red blooms that tower its green foliage. This plant is not only drought-tolerant but also attracts pollinators, making it an ideal choice for rock gardens, dry landscapes, and xeriscapes.

Choosing heat-tolerant plants like these ensures your customer’s garden remains vibrant and flourishing throughout the summer season. Let this summer be a time of stunning and lasting landscapes with plants designed to withstand our Texas heat.

Visit Newton Nurseries today or browse our current inventory to add vibrant heat tolerant plants to your next landscape project.