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Managing your landscape during months of drought is challenging, however incorporating native, drought-resistant plants into your garden ensures thriving greenery and conserves water. Here are 10 plants that are intended to thrive in drought conditions, requiring less water and maintenance than most shrubs (according to https://www.wildflower.org/collections/collection.php?collection=centex_droughthttps://www.wildflower.org/collections/collection.php?collection=centex_droughtLady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center):

1. Cardinal’s Feather (Acalypha radians)- A low, clump-forming plant that blooms nearly half of the year in its native Texas. Plants grow 6-8 inches tall with red flower spikes.
2. Hummingbird Bush (Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. Wrightii) - As the name suggests, this Texas-native shrub can attract hummingbirds to your yard and grows well in heat and drought. They can be up to 5 ft tall, and typically bloom in the summer and fall.
3. Texas Persimmon (Diospyros texana) - This shrub is native to the Southwest region of the U.S. and thrives in hot, arid climates. They grow prune-like fruit that are edible and atract many birds and mammals. These trees typically grow to be around 15 feet tall, but can reach heights of 30 feet.
4. Chocolate Daisy (Berlandiera lyrata) - A low, coarse shrub with yellow velvet flowers that emit a chocolate smell. The plants are native to Texas deserts and bloom from summer to fall.
5. Desert Willow (Chilopsis linearis) - A small tree with dark pink or purple funnel-shaped flowers. These trees need minimal water and bloom during the months of May, June, and July.