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| Category: Succulent |
| Family: Xanthorrhoeaceae |
| Origin: Australia (Australasia) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Flower Color: White |
| Bloomtime: Infrequent |
| Height: 8-12 feet |
| Width: 6-8 feet |
| Exposure: Full Sun |
| Drought Tolerant: Yes |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 15-20° F |
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Xanthorrhoea preissii (Australian Grass Tree) - This plant is hard to classify - We put it with succulents as it seems to fit best with them in the gardens but it is really an evergreen woody perennial. It can reach nearly tree-like proportions and has 2 to 4 foot long blue-green grass-like leaves radiating from the center of a woody trunk. It is slow growing but ultimately reaches to 9 feet tall with a diameter of 4-8 feet in its native habitat in south-western Australia. In cultivation it is rare to see plants more than 6 feet tall by a similar width. When plants mature (7-10+ years) they begin blooming regularly in the spring, sending up 6 foot tall erect stalk that holds small white star shaped flowers that are very attractive to bees. The plant will hold the stalk, which turns dark brown, long after the plant finishes flowering. Plant in full sun to light shade in a well-drained soil. Can tolerate drought or regular irrrigation. Clean lower leaves every few years to expose the trunk. Hardy to at least 20° F.
This description of this plant is based on our research and our observations of it growing at the nursery, in our own garden and in other gardens. We always appreciate receiving feedback of any kind from those who have any additional information about this plant, particularly if they disagree with what we have written or have additional cultural tips that would aid others growing Xanthorrhoea preissii .
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