Dusty Miller
Dusty Miller Senecio cineraria
Grows in full sun. Mature size is 1’x2’. Insignificant blooms in summer in shades of blue, lavender, pink, rose, and white. Deer resistant. Drought tolerant. 3-2015
These plants are highly recommended for our drought conditions and highly resistant to most insects and diseases.
Perennial: Plant that lives longer than two years and has little or no woody growth. Unless otherwise noted, perennials listed here are hardy in Parker County, thriving in our soil and in our climate conditions.
Dusty Miller Senecio cineraria
Grows in full sun. Mature size is 1’x2’. Insignificant blooms in summer in shades of blue, lavender, pink, rose, and white. Deer resistant. Drought tolerant. 3-2015
Tickseed Coreopsis verticillata
Grows in sun to partial shade, deciduous. Mature size varies up to 2'x2'. Blooms may to October in shades of yellow. Requires well-drained soil. Low water requirement. 3-2015
Speedwell Vernonica
Grows in full sun to partial shade, deciduous. Mature size 2’x2’. Blooms May to November in blue, pink, purple, violet, and white. Many wonderful varieties available. Deer resistant. Low water requirement. 3-2015
Whirling Butterfly Guara
Grows in full sun to partial shade, deciduous. Mature size 3”x2”. Blooms May to November in pink, red, and white. Prune in summer for thick growth. Watch for spider mites. Cut to the ground in winter. Plant re-seeds. Deer resistant. Low water requirement. 3-2015