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Nolina microcarpa IB173

Also Known As

Beargrass

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-5'

planting zones

6b-11

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Nolina microcarpa IB173 plant details

Nolina microcarpa IB173 is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nolina microcarpa IB173

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring
Uses: rock garden, spiky, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nolina microcarpa IB173

USDA Zones: 6b - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A less dramatic, but still attractive species, this trunkless Nolina forms broad clumps of long, shiny deep green pendulous leaves. Flower spikes to 6' tall appear in the spring. It is native to moderate elevations of Arizona and New Mexico, often in rather moist areas. One of the hardiest Nolinas, it can easily handle temperatures down to -10°F, and perhaps lower. This collection is from near Payson, Arizona. DS.