Hibiscus coccineus (Texas Star Hibiscus) Size:1 gal Its blooms are a lovely

Its blooms are a lovely bright pink color

It is more particular about being planted in the right kind of soil than some of the other sedges

Yellow Columbine 'Texas Gold' is a delicate but tough Texas native perennial

It can tolerate some shade

Deadheading Coreopsis prolongs its blooming period

Hibiscus coccineus (Texas Star Hibiscus) Size:1 gal Its blooms are a lovelyTexas Star Hibiscus is a very showy perennial with large red blooms. It prefers moist soil but will adapt to the drier conditions as long as it gets supplemental water in the summer. It blooms best with consistent water and in full sun, and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Texas Star Hibiscus is a good choice for rain gardens. AT A GLANCE Texas native Debatable (see Notes below) Water use Medium to high Sun exposure Full to part sun Bloom color