Spring (March-May)
Spring in Texas brings mild temperatures and occasional rainfall, making it ideal for vibrant displays that welcome customers and tenants after winter.
Best Color Options:
- Bluebonnets - Texas's state flower creates memorable blue carpets
- Indian Paintbrush - Adds fiery red-orange accents
- Petunias - Reliable performers in purple, pink, white, and red
- Snapdragons - Tall, architectural elements in various colors
- Dianthus - Long-lasting pink, red, and white blooms
Commercial Benefits: Spring color installations signal renewal and create positive first impressions during leasing season. Properties with well-designed spring color attract more attention and foot traffic during this prime commercial activity period.
Summer (June-August)
Texas summers demand heat-tolerant plants that maintain visual appeal despite scorching temperatures and potential drought conditions.
Best Color Options:
- Lantana - Drought-resistant with continuous blooms in yellow, orange, red, and purple
- Esperanza - Bright yellow trumpet flowers on a shrub-like form
- Salvia - Various species offering blues, purples, and reds
- Plumbago - Sky-blue flowers that thrive in heat
- Oleander - Drought-tolerant shrub with pink, red, or white clusters
Commercial Benefits: Summer-appropriate plantings demonstrate environmental responsibility and reduced maintenance costs. Properties maintaining vibrant color during heat waves stand out from competitors whose landscapes may look stressed and neglected.
Fall (September-November)
Fall brings relief from summer heat and opportunities for rich, warm color palettes that complement Texas's autumn light.
Best Color Options:
- Mexican Bush Sage - Purple spikes creating dramatic height
- Marigolds - Orange and yellow blooms signaling the season change
- Copper Canyon Daisy - Yellow flowers with fragrant foliage
- Gulf Muhly Grass - Pink-purple plumes catching autumn light
- Crotons - Foliage plants with striking red, orange, and yellow leaves
Commercial Benefits: Fall color refreshes tired summer landscapes and creates seasonal appeal without the holiday-specific elements of winter displays. These installations bridge summer and winter, maintaining continuous curb appeal during this transitional period.
Winter (December-February)
Texas winters vary significantly by region, but commercial landscapes can maintain interest even in colder areas.
Best Color Options:
- Pansies - Cold-hardy blooms in purple, yellow, white, and orange
- Ornamental Kale/Cabbage - Structural elements with purple, pink, and white variegation
- Cyclamen - Elegant flowers for protected areas (better in South Texas)
- Violas - Small but numerous flowers that withstand cold snaps
- Dusty Miller - Silver foliage providing contrast and winter interest
Commercial Benefits: Winter color demonstrates attention to detail and year-round commitment to property appearance. When competitors let landscapes go dormant, yours will continue making positive impressions during holiday shopping seasons and year-end business activities.
