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Sansevieria pearsonii
Also Known As
- Sansevieria desertii
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 12"-24"
- W: 6"-12"
planting zones
- 9b-11
Sansevieria pearsonii plant details
Sansevieria pearsonii is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sansevieria pearsonii
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: asparagaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sansevieria pearsonii
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cactus Jungle
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Gardening facts about Sansevieria pearsonii plant
How to Grow Sansevieria pearsonii
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 2'-3'
- mostly sun - shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 2'-5'
Width: 3'-8'
- sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 2'-6'
Width: 2'-6'
- sun - mostly shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun - shade
- low
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10b-12
Size
Height: 18"-36"
Width: 8"-12"
- bright shade - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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