Neither heat nor cold nor lack of water fazes this flowering succulent, which adds spiky texture to Southwestern landscapes

Tall purple blooms bridge color gaps, contrast round flower forms and make for intriguing masses in the landscape

Get to the point in your landscape with spiky flowers and plants that create excitement and drama

Smooth sumac provides powerful jolts of fall color and persistent fruit clusters that add interest through the winter

Bring energy and excitement to your outdoor space by going bold with color, from small touches to big changes

Want fall color but not a big water bill? Consider these not-too-thirsty fall bloomers

Plant bridge penstemon, also called mountain fountains, for its long-blooming scarlet spikes that act like a living hummingbird feeder

Tall blazing star’s unique flower spikes bring butterflies and bees to eastern U.S. gardens in early autumn

Try this drought-tolerant stunner for its massive flower spikes that burst with purple, drawing butterflies and birds to the garden

Don't let the spikes scare you away — this succulent is surprisingly friendly to gardeners whose landscapes lie beyond the desert