Texas Mountain Laurel

Texas Mountain Laurel (Dermatophyllum secundiflorum)
A slow-growing evergreen Texas native prized for its glossy dark-green leaves and fragrant purple flower clusters that smell like grape candy. It develops into a dense shrub or small tree and is highly drought tolerant once established.

Care: Plant in full sun to part shade in well-draining soil. Water regularly during the first growing season, then only during extended dry periods. Avoid overwatering and protect young plants during severe freezes. Mature size is typically 10–15 feet tall and wide, though older plants can grow larger.