Mexican Grass Tree
Dasylirion longissimum
Pronunciation: das-il-LIR-ee-on lon-JIS-ee-mum
SKU #02534
| Description | Stiff, spineless, olive green, grass-like foliage flows from the center of this perfect evergreen specimen for warm, arid xeriscapes. Remove old foliage to reveal an attractive single trunk. In time, it will produce a single, magnificent, tall white bloom stalk. A captivating feature in raised planters and large containers. |
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| Light | Full sun |
| Watering | Once established, water occasionally. |
| Blooms | Late spring through summer on mature plants. |
| Mature Size | Moderate growing; reaches 4 to 6 ft. tall and wide. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
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| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Bottlebrush (Callistemon); Agave (Agave); Blanket Flower (Gaillardia); Yucca (Yucca); Strawberry Tree (Arbutus); Creeping Juniper (Juniperus) |
| Care | Requires loose, well-draining soil; does not tolerate soggy conditions. Provide shelter from harsh afternoon sun in extremely hot regions. Water regularly during first few growing seasons to develop an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate dry spells. Requires very little maintenance. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 8-11
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 10
Good to grow!
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Armstrong 7540 S. Sepulveda Blvd.
Westchester, CA 90045 -
Marina Del Rey Garden Center 13198 Mindanao Way
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292 -
Inner Gardens, Inc. 5833 Smiley Street
Culver City, CA 90232
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