Why Native Plants Make Sense for Texas Homes Gardening in Texas is unlike anywhere else. The heat, unpredictable rain, and variety of soils can make even experienced homeowners struggle to keep a healthy yard. Many traditional landscape plants require constant watering, fertilizers, and pest control just to survive. Native plants , on the other hand, evolved here. They’re built for Texas weather — from dry Hill Country limestone to East Texas clay. Once established, they can