Dasylirion texanum [coll. #D28-15]
Also Known As
- Texas Sotol
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 36"
- W: 48"
planting zones
- 7b-10b
Dasylirion texanum [coll. #D28-15] plant details
Dasylirion texanum [coll. #D28-15] is a broadleaf evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. Features glaucous and grassy texture. Grows well with sun and occasional - 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.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Dasylirion texanum [coll. #D28-15]
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: asparagaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 48 IN wide, 36 IN tall
- Uses: rock garden, serrated leaves, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Dasylirion texanum [coll. #D28-15]
- USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Gardening facts about Dasylirion texanum [coll. #D28-15] plant
How to Grow Dasylirion texanum [coll. #D28-15]
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
- grassy
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Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 15'-20'
Width: 6'-8'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
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Plant Type
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Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 4'-10'
Width: 3'-5'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
7a-11
Size
Height: 3'-15'
Width: 4'-5'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
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Size
Height: 3'
Width: 3'-5'
- sun - mostly shade
- low - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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