Its fuzzy blue flowers seem irresistible to Queen butterflies and many others
and it'll handle the rest
Provides shelter for birds and ladybugs
It is adaptable for both dry and wet areas
3-5 ft with plumes Mature spread 3-5 ft Attracts Birds Deer resistant Yes Notes Provides nesting material for birds
Lantana urticoides (Texas Lantana) nativar Its fuzzy blue flowers seemTexas Lantana is a shrubby perennial with small multi colored flowers that are the favorite of many butterfly species. It is tough and adaptable, thriving in full sun, dealing well with hot and dry conditions, and dying back to the ground in winter. Give it sun, good drainage, and it'll handle the rest. AT A GLANCE Texas native Yes Water use Low Sun exposure Full sun, part sun Bloom color Orange, yellow, red Bloom time Spring, summer, fall Mature