Esperanza/ Yellow Bells

Esperanza (Yellowbells) (Tecoma stans) is a fast-growing native shrub that produces brilliant golden-yellow trumpet-shaped flowers from late spring through fall. Its long blooming season makes it one of the best plants for adding continuous color to Central Texas landscapes while attracting hummingbirds, butterflies, and other pollinators. Esperanza thrives in full sun, tolerates heat and drought once established, and can be grown as a large shrub or small ornamental tree.

Flame Acanthus

Flame Acanthus (Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. wrightii) is one of the finest native shrubs for attracting hummingbirds to Central Texas gardens. Its bright orange-red tubular flowers bloom from summer into fall, providing color during the hottest months when many other plants have stopped flowering. Flame Acanthus thrives in full sun, tolerates drought and poor soils, and is highly resistant to deer, making it an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly, low-maintenance landscapes.