Hesperaloe nocturna
Night-blooming Hesperaloe
Description
Evergreen succulent foms dense rosettes 3' x 6'. Dense rosettes of narrow dull green grasslike leaves with fine white filiments on the edges. Ideal for low-maintenance gardens, but give it ample room for its arching flower stalks to develop. Summer bloom stalks to 12', with small greenish-lavender flowers. Needs good drainage. Accepts full sun, reflected sun, or partial shade. Native to Sonora, Mexico.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Green, Lavender, White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Silhouette, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Patio, Swimming Pool, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.