Nolina Species, Britton's Beargrass, Scrub Beargrass

Nolinabrittoniana

Genus
Nolina (no-LEE-na)
Species
brittoniana (brit-toh-nee-AY-na)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Late Winter/Early Spring
Mid Spring
Other Details
Category
Perennials
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
By dividing the rootball
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Regional

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Lutz, FL (Zone 9b) | December 2004 | neutral

Nolina brittoniana is endemic to just 7 central Florida counties. Due to loss of habitat the plants are rare and listed as endangered by ...Read More

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