Mexican Grass Tree

Dasylirion longissimum

Pronunciation: das-il-LIR-ee-on lon-JIS-ee-mum
SKU #02534
8-11

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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.
LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Once established, water occasionally.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 4 to 6 ft. tall and wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 8-11

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Bloom TimeLate spring through summer on mature plants.
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Waterwise
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Landscape UseBorder, Container
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsBottlebrush (Callistemon); Agave (Agave); Blanket Flower (Gaillardia); Yucca (Yucca); Strawberry Tree (Arbutus); Creeping Juniper (Juniperus)
Care InstructionsRequires 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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Bloom TimeLate spring through summer on mature plants.
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Waterwise
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsBottlebrush (Callistemon); Agave (Agave); Blanket Flower (Gaillardia); Yucca (Yucca); Strawberry Tree (Arbutus); Creeping Juniper (Juniperus)
Care
Care InstructionsRequires 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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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.