Parry's Nolina (Nolina parryi)

Parry's Nolina – Desert Succulent with Grass-Like Leaves

Nolina parryi, known as Parry's Nolina or Bear Grass, is a slow-growing, evergreen succulent native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It forms a dense rosette of long, narrow, tough, grass-like leaves with finely toothed margins. Mature plants develop a short, woody trunk. In spring, it produces a tall, branching inflorescence bearing thousands of tiny, creamy-white flowers. It thrives in full sun, extremely well-drained, rocky soils, and is highly drought-tolerant. It is a striking architectural plant for xeriscapes and rock gardens.

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