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| Category: Succulent |
| Family: Agavaceae (now Asparagaceae) |
| Origin: Southeast US (North America) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Flower Color: White |
| Bloomtime: Spring |
| Height: 3-4 feet |
| Width: 3-5 feet |
| Exposure: Full Sun |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 20-25° F |
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Nolina brittoniana (Britton's Beargrass) A long-lived clump forming perennial that grows from a short, thick, subterranean caudex from which emerges a rosette of 3 to 4 foot long narrow green grass-like leaves. The youngest central leaves are upright at first and gradually lay over with the oldest nearly flat to the ground. In early to mid-spring arises a solitary inflorescence 4 to 5 feet tall topped by a branched panicle bearing many tiny white flowers, which can be male, female or complete (of both sexes), often followed by abundant winged capsules. Plant in full sun in a very well-drained soil and irrigate sparingly. Hardy to around 20°F. An interesting plant rarely seen in California gardens that should make an attractive addition to the dry meadow. Britton's Beargrass is endemic to central peninsular Florida, where it can be found growing in scrub, sandhill, scrubby flatwoods, and xeric hammock habitats that are often kept free of woody plants by frequent wildfires. It is federally listed as an endangered species as more than 90% of its original habitat has been lost due to agriculture and development. Our plants grown from seed off of cultivated plants.
The information on this page is based on our library and online research as well as observations made of this plant as it grows in our nursery, in the nursery garden and in other gardens that we have visited. We have also incorporated comments received from others and always appreciate getting feedback of any kind from those who have some additional information, in particular if this information is contrary to what we have written or includes additional cultural tips that would aid others in growing Nolina brittoniana.
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