I'm glad I could help! I'm just a little north of you in Austin. It can be so tough trying to find things that will grow here...especially this summer.
I have found that both Turks cap and Shrimp plant do better with more sun. I had both plants in the shade for several years and after losing a tree due to tornados, both plants are thriving. (Central Texas Zone 8B).
Can't imagine being able to grow any of this in our backyard here in Central Texas, at least in what passes for "soil" here. It is nearly all limestone, probably with a bit of clay here and there. The home builder 5 years ago just slapped Bermuda grass on top with very little preparation. 70' wide by 32' deep lawn area. I wish half of it were available for short/medium shrubs and perennials. Throw in a slightly downward slope from the back fence toward the house, and that just adds drainage issues.
I am new to Odessa/Midland area. I come from Ohio where we grew all kinds of stuff. I am trying to grow here. I loved marigolds and zinnias. They are so pretty. Does anyone have tips on growing them here? Is it possible?
There are all kinds of sage. Not all are drought tolerant. Check out the varieties that are super drought tolerant. I grow Cleveland sage. We are super hot and dry. I still must water a slow deep watering(30 min minimum per plant)once per week, twice per week if our temps near 110
Yes, you have to be careful about which kinds of lantanas (lantana camara) you plant. Look for hybrids that have been bred to stay as small shrubs and specifically 'New Gold' lantanas, which are bred to be sterile and are Texas Superstars. texassuperstar.com/plants/lantanagold/lantana.html
@@derekjackson1039 Correct. They will lose their leaves when it gets cold and you can then cut them back to the ground. They'll come back when it starts warming up.
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I’m glad I did a search for drought resistant plants. Great video.
I live in San Antonio, TX.
I'm glad I could help! I'm just a little north of you in Austin. It can be so tough trying to find things that will grow here...especially this summer.
I live in SA, too. Which plants have you had success with? I’m thinking about salvia and lantana.
@codyscraftcorner Grow a fruit tree or two, and you won't need to buy new cloth when it wears out.
I love lantanas, they survive heat and excessive rain; they also survived all these unusual frosts.
Agreed, they are a total work horse and come in so many great colors!
I have found that both Turks cap and Shrimp plant do better with more sun. I had both plants in the shade for several years and after losing a tree due to tornados, both plants are thriving. (Central Texas Zone 8B).
In Hawaii we call your "confetti" lantana "ham and eggs". Love it!
Saved on my Gardening playlist.
Thanks ❤
Can't imagine being able to grow any of this in our backyard here in Central Texas, at least in what passes for "soil" here. It is nearly all limestone, probably with a bit of clay here and there. The home builder 5 years ago just slapped Bermuda grass on top with very little preparation. 70' wide by 32' deep lawn area. I wish half of it were available for short/medium shrubs and perennials. Throw in a slightly downward slope from the back fence toward the house, and that just adds drainage issues.
Have you ever considered raised bed gardening?
Thanks for the great info! Looking forward to adding a few salvia and Turks cap this season.
I’d be tempted to add googly eyes to the Old Man cactus.
Hahaha he is a crotchety, old thing!
Lantana
Sage/salvia
Cactus
Turk's cap
Shrimp plant
Great video I was looking for plants that would survive this heat! New subscriber!!!
Thanks so much, I appreciate you! Glad I could help :). It really is brutal out there this summer!
Rockrose too is native and doesnt give a dang. Perennial like lantana.
Good information, thanks🌻
San Saba county !
Thanks!
I'm seeing you have bamboo. Here in the Caribbean we use it to make trellises
Very cool and a great use for bamboo.
Grasshoppers eat all the lantana flowers!! How do I get rid of them?
Super…more adjectives please
I am new to Odessa/Midland area. I come from Ohio where we grew all kinds of stuff. I am trying to grow here. I loved marigolds and zinnias. They are so pretty. Does anyone have tips on growing them here? Is it possible?
Can we get Tendora/apple Gourd stems, in Hockely of Houston of Texas state.
Ugh idk why my sage never sticks! I’ve tried every variety but they just shrivel up every summer. Maybe I’m not planting them at the right time
There are all kinds of sage. Not all are drought tolerant. Check out the varieties that are super drought tolerant. I grow Cleveland sage. We are super hot and dry. I still must water a slow deep watering(30 min minimum per plant)once per week, twice per week if our temps near 110
Shrimp plants are very nice for the summer but they will not make it in the winner below 40F.
Have you tried rooting the first one lantana not sure if that’s how you spell it.
Snails love opuntia cactus.
Isn't the Lantana invasive?
Yes, you have to be careful about which kinds of lantanas (lantana camara) you plant. Look for hybrids that have been bred to stay as small shrubs and specifically 'New Gold' lantanas, which are bred to be sterile and are Texas Superstars.
texassuperstar.com/plants/lantanagold/lantana.html
Mealy blue a perennial?
Yep, down here in central TX it is. Looks like it's hardy in zones 7-10.
@@codyscraftcorner but not evergreen?
@@derekjackson1039 Correct. They will lose their leaves when it gets cold and you can then cut them back to the ground. They'll come back when it starts warming up.
Isn’t lantana considered an invasive species?
I live in midland I needed this video lol