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This showy Texas native functions as a small shrub in USDA hardiness zones 9 to 13, a woody subshrub or herbaceous perennial in zones 8 to 7 as far north as Lubbock, and can be grown as a summer annual or container plant in colder climates.
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What is Rock Rose Texas?
May 6, 2021 · Rock rose, a native ornamental plant long recognized for its resilience and showy blooms, has been recognized as the latest Texas Superstar plant, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Research expert.
- Where to Plant Texas Rock Rose
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Plant Texas rock rose in full sun and well-drained soil. The shrub can adapt to a wide pH range but does best in neutral to slightly alkaline limestone soil. This low-growing shrub has multiple landscape uses: foundation plantings, perennial borders, along walkways and curbsides, native plant gardens, cottage-style gardens, and rock gardens. It is ...
Nursery-grown transplants can be planted from early spring through fall. Earlier planting is better as it gives the plant time to develop a strong root system before the winter. Dig a hole at least twice the size of the root ball and just as deep. Place the shrub in the hole and backfill it with the original soil so that the top of the root ball is...
The shrub rarely has serious pest or disease issues. In shady locations, it is prone to getting powdery mildew.
Texas rock rose can be propagated from softwood cuttings. In the spring before the bloom starts, cut a 3- to 6-inch stem tip, preferably one without any flower buds. Strip it of all but the top leaves and dip the cut end in rooting hormone. Insert the cutting about 1 inch deep in a 4-inch pot filled with damp potting mix and keep it evenly moist in...
Agave
With its eye-catching foliage, agave adds drama and geometry to any garden. There are many types to choose from in a wide range of sizes, shapes, colors, and textures, including native varieties such as the American agave (Agave americana). Zone 5-11
Autumn Sage
Salvia gregii is a low-growing, drought-tolerant shrub with red, pink, purple, orange, or white flowers. Autumn sageis native to Texas and Mexico where it grows mostly on rocky slopes. Zone 7-9
Yucca
Yuccaneeds full sun. It can stand up to some serious drought so it works well in xeriscaping. The leaves come in a variety of colors, most often a silvery green. You can also find them in variegated varieties with gold, green, cream, blue, and even pink, in the right season. If possible, choose a yucca species that is native to your area. Zone 5-11
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This Texas Superstar is a rounded wooded shrub perennial with small pink, hibiscus-shaped flowers. Native to Texas’ Edwards Plateau and the Trans Pecos area. Texas rock rose is very drought tolerant and not too picky about soil.
Texas Superstar plants are specially recognized for superior performance in tough growing conditions in Texas.
Rock Rose Texas, a Texas Native, is a shrub-like perennial displays eye-catching 1 ½ inch wide hibiscus-like pink to rose colored flowers from summer to fall. Carefree and versatile; performs in enriched garden soils with regular irrigation to very dry, rocky, unimproved soils and drought.
Jul 17, 2022 · The Rock Rose plant has also been studied by Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, and it was chosen as a Texas Superstar in 2021 after showing superior...
