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Nolina matapensis

Sonoran tree bear grass

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Information by: Mary Irish        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

An upright, treelike species growing a trunk 25' tall at maturity with 1-4 branches, each of which will be topped by a large, grasslike head. Great for use in low-maintenance landscapes, as well as around pools. It only grows 3"/year Individual plants need 5-6' to spread. Leaves are unarmed but sharp. Leaves 3' long and 1/2" wide and bright green. Will tolerate considerable frost. Native to the Sonoran Desert.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green, Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Background, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, With Rocks

Special Uses

Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.