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Bear Grass

Xerophyllum Tenax

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Overview

Bear Grass (Xerophyllum tenax) is a hardy perennial noted for its tufted, grass-like foliage and tall, striking white flower spikes, reaching heights up to 5 feet. Preferring well-drained soils and partial to full sun, it's an excellent choice for adding texture and vertical interest to naturalistic landscapes. Its low maintenance and drought tolerance make it ideal for xeriscaping. This North American native attracts pollinators and resists deer.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 5–9Type Grass, Perennial
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — showcasing its unique botanical lineage.<br><br>Characteristically; bear Grass thrives in full sun to partial, image 64
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — grass / perennial for full or half; bear Grass is an ideal choice for naturalistic landscapesBear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — Bear Grass is an ideal choice for naturalistic landscapes; bear Grass (Xerophyllum tenax) is a hardy perennial, image 72Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — reaching heights up to 5 feet; grass / perennial for full or half, image 54Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — These deep green leaves remain evergreen; its slender, arching leaves are tough and wiry, spanning 30 to 40 inches, image 117Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — This North American native attracts pollinators and resists deer; striking white flower spikes, image 83Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — These deep green leaves remain evergreen; its slender, arching leaves are tough and wiry, spanning 30 to 40 inches, image 67+142

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Mature height
1–5 Ft.
Mature width
1–2 Ft.

Classification

Type
Grass, Perennial

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Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — showcasing its unique botanical lineage.<br><br>Characteristically; bear Grass thrives in full sun to partial, image 64
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — grass / perennial for full or half; bear Grass is an ideal choice for naturalistic landscapes
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — Bear Grass is an ideal choice for naturalistic landscapes; bear Grass (Xerophyllum tenax) is a hardy perennial, image 72
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — reaching heights up to 5 feet; grass / perennial for full or half, image 54
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — These deep green leaves remain evergreen; its slender, arching leaves are tough and wiry, spanning 30 to 40 inches, image 117
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — This North American native attracts pollinators and resists deer; striking white flower spikes, image 83
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — These deep green leaves remain evergreen; its slender, arching leaves are tough and wiry, spanning 30 to 40 inches, image 67
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — Bear Grass thrives in full sun to partial shade and is remarkably drought-tolerant once established; this North, image 70
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — but rather belongs to the lily family, image 88
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — showcasing its unique botanical lineage.<br><br>Characteristically
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — Its slender, arching leaves are tough and wiry, spanning 30 to 40 inches in length and less than an inch wide, image 116
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — adding a year-round structural presence to garden compositions.<br><br>Every 5 to 7 years; white flowers in the garden
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — Bear Grass (Xerophyllum tenax) is a hardy perennial noted for its tufted; reaching heights up to 5 feet, image 51
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — adding a year-round structural presence to garden compositions.<br><br>Every 5 to 7 years
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — Bear Grass produces a stunning floral display - a lofty; preferring well-drained soils and partial to full sun, image 119
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — Its low maintenance and drought tolerance make it ideal for xeriscaping; its preference for acidic soils makes it an excellent
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — Bear Grass (Xerophyllum tenax) is a hardy perennial noted for its tufted; reaching heights up to 5 feet, image 126
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — showcasing its unique botanical lineage.<br><br>Characteristically; bear Grass thrives in full sun to partial shade and is
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — scientifically known as Xerophyllum tenax; is a perennial herb prized for its resilience and striking appearance, image 109
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — Its low maintenance and drought tolerance make it ideal for xeriscaping; its preference for acidic soils makes it, image 82
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — Bear Grass (Xerophyllum tenax) is a hardy perennial noted for its tufted; reaching heights up to 5 feet, image 76
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — striking white flower spikes
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — Bear Grass thrives in full sun to partial shade and is remarkably drought-tolerant once established; this North, image 95
Bear Grass (Xerophyllum Tenax) — showcasing its unique botanical lineage.<br><br>Characteristically; bear Grass thrives in full sun to partial, image 114
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