Dasylirion wheeleri |
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Grey Desert Spoon |
Standard in low desert landscapes. Grey desert spoon requires little maintenance. Plants tolerate drought, reflected heat & poor soils. Develops short, thick trunk while reaching 6' tall and wide. Native Arizona, New Mexico & Texas 3-5000'. Leaves are linear grey-green to 3' long & armed. During late spring to summer, erect stem of white creamy flowers. Long lived. Slow. Needs well drained site. Males & females. Cold & drought hardy. Will eventually form a trunk.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Grey Green, Grey
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.