Mexican Grass Tree
Dasylirion longissimum
SKU
02534
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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Full sun
Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers.
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- 101 Market
8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e. Otsego MN 55330
- 14th Street Garden Center
793 Jersey Ave. Jersey City NJ 07303
- 3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse
1110 3rd Ave. West Dickinson ND 58601
- 4 Ever Green Ldsp. & Dgn
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| Botanical Pronunciation | das-il-LIR-ee-on lon-JIS-ee-mum |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 4 to 6 ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Late spring through summer on mature plants. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Contemporary, Rustic |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden, Specimen, Urban Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Waterwise, Year-round Interest |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers. |
| Companion Plants | Bottlebrush (Callistemon); Agave (Agave); Blanket Flower (Gaillardia); Yucca (Yucca); Strawberry Tree (Arbutus); Creeping Juniper (Juniperus) |
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.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 8-11
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
Your climate may be too cold for this plant