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| Category: Succulent |
| Family: Nolinaceae (~Agavaceae) |
| Origin: Southwest (U.S.) (North America) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Flower Color: White |
| Bloomtime: Summer |
| Height: 4-6 feet |
| Width: 3-4 feet |
| Exposure: Full Sun |
| Drought Tolerant: Yes |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: <15° F |
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Dasylirion wheeleri (Spoon Yucca) - Evergreen succulent with long, gray strap-shaped serrated leaves. The common name, Spoon Yucca, refers to the basal ends of the leaf blades, which form a spoon shape when torn off the trunk. The leaves are a blue-gray and 3 feet long. The shrub holds on to its old leaves making a shaggy skirt. Plant in full sun. It is drought tolerant and can grow to about 4 to 6 feet tall by about 4 feet wide. It is hardy to <15 degrees 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 Dasylirion wheeleri .
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