Beargrass

Nolina microcarpa

Plant Details:

Plant Type: Shrub
Plant Family: Liliaceae
Plant Description: Resembles a grass but is a member of the Agave family. Native to the southwestern United States. Very tolerant of a variety of soil conditions and requires little or no water once established. Spreads by rhizomes.

Maintenance:

Maintenance Type: Succulent
Plant Care: Succulent (perennials with fleshy leaves and no spines): Remove dead leaves and stems. Succulents with stems that die back in the fall may be left for winter interest or removed once dried. Trim as necessary to retain a desirable shape.

Plant Attributes:

Mature Size: 4' tall x 6' wide
Utah Native: Yes
Plant Select: No
Pollinator Friendly: No
Localscapes: Infill Plant, Foundation Plant
Foliage Interest: No
Foliage Colors: Green
Bloom Colors: White
Bloom Seasons: Summer
Bloom Period: Jun - Jul

Growing Conditions:

Hardiness Zone: 5 to 10
Light Requirement: Full Sun (6+ hrs sun)
Irrigation Requirement:     Very Low (Water to Establish)
Salt Tolerant: Unknown
Deer Resistant: Yes

Garden Location:

  • Design Path
    • Easy Does It
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Fall
  • Winter