Top 10 Favorite Perennials for North Texas Gardens

In this episode of The Dallas Garden School Podcast, host and North Texas gardening expert Callie Works-Leary shares her personal list of the top 10 best-performing perennials for our unique climate.

These aren’t just any perennials—these are the tried-and-true varieties that bring color, resilience, and pollinator support to North Texas gardens year after year.

Whether you’re looking to upgrade your perennial beds or just getting started, this list is packed with expert insight and real-world experience.

🌿 Featured Perennials:

Salvia ‘Mystic Spires Blue’

Salvia nemorosa

Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea)

Jerusalem Sage (Phlomis fruticosa)

Farfugium gigantea

Hollyhocks (Alcea rosea)

Oakleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia)

Turk’s Cap (Malvaviscus drummondii)

Rudbeckia hirta

Texas Rock Rose (Pavonia lasiopetala)

🎧 What You’ll Learn:

Which perennials thrive in North Texas heat and humidity
The visual appeal and bloom habits of each plant
How to use these plants in your own landscape designs
Tips for maintenance, pruning, and seasonal care

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