Bear Grass
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Nolina microcarpa
Sacahuista Beargrass has numerous rigid, grass-like leaves growing from large, woody, basal stems. These coarse-bladed leaves, usually less than four ft. long, exhibit a yucca-like growth habit. White flowers are borne in dense, open clusters atop 3-5 ft. flowering stems. The plant lacks a conspicuous stem.
Despite its name, Sacahuista is not an actual grass but a succulent member of the lily family. Native Americans used it to construct baskets. The name Sacahuista is derived from two Aztec words meaning "thorn grass": zakat (grass) and huitztli (thorn).
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Height: 6’-7'
Spread: 4’-6'
Bloom: March-July
Light: Full sun to Part Shade
Water: Moderate
Zone: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Origin: Southwestern United States
Winter Shipping: We will continue to ship throughout winter. If you prefer, we are happy to hold your order until spring; please include that request in your shipping notes.
When you order plants from our nursery, you can expect them to arrive in the best possible condition. Our team carefully packs each order using sturdy, biodegradable packaging materials.
Your plants' appearance may vary depending on the season and their current growth stage. We may cut back the leafy growth of some plants to prepare them for shipment and transplanting.
5 Gallon and Up: Any plant purchased to ship over 5 Gallons will be shipped bare root. This means we will remove the plant from its original pot, remove the soil surrounding the roots, and wrap the roots with a biodegradable plastic bag. This reduces weight and the likelihood of damage during shipping.
Once your plants arrive, it is essential to plant them as soon as possible. This will help them rebound and thrive. If you cannot plant immediately, water regularly and keep the roots off heat-conducting surfaces.
Newly transplanted plants often require more water until their roots are well established. Plan to water them 1-3 times weekly for the first few months.
