Dasylirion wheeleri
Dasylirion wheeleri
Desert spoon (Dasylirion wheeleri) is a striking architectural succulent native to Chihuahuan and Sonoran Desert regions, prized for its fountain of narrow, serrated blue-green leaves. It thrives in full sun and extremely well-drained soil, requiring minimal supplemental water and virtually no fertilization once established. An ideal low-maintenance specimen for xeriscape, desert, and southwestern-themed gardens.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Slow
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
60″
Flowers
white
Watering Schedule
Every 21-30 Days Once Established • Water Deeply But Infrequently; Allow Soil To Dry Completely Between Waterings
Soil pH
6.6 – 9
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 48″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Propagation: Seed, Division, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken Sep 4, 2021 by Philippe Weber (cc-by-sa)
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