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An application of fertilizer at this time may also be beneficial in spurring flower production. Anise or Brazilian Sage, Salvia guaranitica , is an upright growing perennial that may flower nearly continuously from spring to frost.

Spikes of brilliant yellow, funnel shaped flowers are produced on new growth throughout the year on this naturally evergreen, tropical shrub-like perennial. In areas with cooler summers it can be grown in more sun.

The Giant Turk's Cap is considered to be a hybrid, either man-made or natural, and has been passed around for many years and is now known by a variety of common names including: Mazapan, Sleepy Hibiscus, Sleepy Wax Mallow, Turk's Cap Mallow, Cardinal's...

Exceptionally dense spikes of 1-1/2" long purple tubular flowers are produced from late summer, throughout winter, and into spring under frost free conditions on this vigorous and unusually shade tolerant Salvia.

Firecracker Fern is listed as a Texas A&M Outstanding Coastal Plant as it has excellent resistance to soil and wind born salts, though it could use some protection from harsh, drying winds.

A multitude of upward facing, sleepy, scarlet blooms are held above the soft, dark green foliage from late spring to frost. The ripe fruits are readily consumed by birds and other wildlife, along with the occasional curious human.

Clusters of flaming red butterfly-shaped flowers are held in large clusters above the velvety heart-shaped tropical foliage. The last three images, those furthest to right, capture hummingbirds visiting this free flowering plant and were kindly contributed...

1" tubular orange blooms, tipped in white, are produced from spring to fall. In the portion of its range where freezes occur it can be grown as an annual or if protected with a mulch it is generally reliably perennial well into zone 8.

Soft pumpkin-orange upward facing tubular blooms are borne on an upright to spreading deciduous shrub. As the name implies, Hummingbirds enjoy the nectar of this shrub. Cut to the ground in spring for denser growth.

Creating an overall pink effect, the powderpuff like clusters of pink to white or red tipped filaments help to create the mimosa-like blossoms of the Desert Pink Fairyduster. A dwarf Powderpuff, this drought resistant shrub slowly develops into a loosely...

2-3" long, light bluish purple, slightly flaring tubular flowers are produced in large hanging clusters designed for hummingbird pollination. Iochroma, Tubeflower, or Mini Angel's Trumpets flower on new growth so keep them growing and healthy for and...

Dr. Welch is a Landscape Horticulturist at Texas A&M. For more information on growing Salvia greggii and its hybrids see Dr. William C. Bright lipstick pink, 1" long tubular flowers are born on loose short spikes from summer through fall on this vigorous...

Images courtesy of Terra Nova Nurseries Deadheading, by cutting the flower stalk all the way back, is said to help promote flowering especially with the repeat flowering types. Pocotm Yellow Kniphofia produces dense spikes of deep yellow tubular flowers...

Spikes of sunny yellow tubular flowers are borne nearly continuously from spring to frost atop fragrant blue-gray foliage. These plants have plenty of flower power and will revel in the heat and sun of summer producing a nearly endless display of color.

Deep reddish-orange upward facing tubular blooms are borne an upright to spreading deciduous shrub. Needs a well drained soil. Cut to the ground in spring for denser growth. Blooms from mid-summer to fall.

All rights reserved. Evergreen in mild winter areas. An excellent low clump forming bulbous perennial for gardens or containers. Extremely durable once established. A compact growing sport of Blue Heaven, Little Dutch Blue Agapanthus has the compact habit...

Spikes of deep orange tubular flowers tower over the fragrant gray foliage of this compact free flowering Agastache from late spring to fall attracting hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees with its nectar rich rewards.

Dr. Welch is a Landscape Horticulturist at Texas A&M. Full sun and excellent drainage generally provide the best results. Autumn Sage, and its hybrids, are easy and drought resistant shrub-like and generally evergreen perennial native to southwestern...

It is also easy enough to overwinter a few cuttings indoors to plant the following spring. Naturally an evergreen, shrub-like perennial in frost free locations it can also be grown as a die-back perennial into zone 8 if given winter protection such as...

White tubular blooms emerge from tall, velvety, purple calyxes on dense flower spikes from late summer to fall. Mexican Sage bush is a drought tolerant, sun and heat loving reliable clump forming perennial that is considered deer proof.

0No seeds equals more flowers when it comes to the Cleome or Spiderflower and CliotmMagenta is no slacker when it comes to flower power! This durable sterile hybrid produces rounded clusters of spidery pinkish purple flowers from spring to fall on a very...

Candelabra-like spikes of orange bracts that subtend rich orangey coral colored 2" tubular flowers that are designed for hummingbird pollination are produced throughout much of the year on this tropical beauty.

It's hard to beat Turk's Cap for sheer flower power! From summer to fall the brilliant red flowers just keep coming. Greg says that Red Hot has a more noticeable lower and spreading habit when grown in full sun.

Spikes of red lipped, pure white or occasionally solid red, tubular blooms are borne continuously from spring to fall on this durable drought and heat tolerant perennial salvia. Provide Hot Lips with good drainage and ample sunlight for the best performance...

The real surprise is how much this perennial blooms! Spikes of lavender and pink salvia like blooms are born from spring to frost. Fragrant mint-like foliage covers this mounding shrub-like tropical perennial.

Dr. Welch is a Landscape Horticulturist at Texas A&M. For more information on growing Salvia greggii and its hybrids see Dr. William C. Who knew you could get such a rich dark purple from Salvia greggii ?! Loads of royal purple, 2-lipped tubular flowers...

Large, rounded clusters composed of nearly 1" wide, fragrant, pure white flowers sit atop sturdy stems in summer and are sure to attract butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators.