Xerophyllum tenax
Xerophyllum tenax or bear grass is an amazing BC native with white hot torches arising from tough evergreen mounds of grass-like foliage.
Xerophyllum tenax or bear grass is a spectactular BC native plant that remains uncommon in cultivation, probably because it can take some time to reach flowering size. Bear grass looks like a grass but it is a beautiful flowering plant. Its fine, shiny, toothed grass-like foliage forms an attractive evergreen mound. Its dramatic cone-shaped flower spikes can reach six feet in height. The flowers are creamy-white and fragrant. Evenly moist, well-drained soil in part shade to sun.
Common Name: Bear Grass
Family: Melianthaceae (The Honeybush Family)
Zone Hardiness: 5-8
Light: Full Sun Part Sun
Height: 4-6'
Width: 8-12"
Primary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
Secondary Bloom Colour:
Class: Evergreen
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Late Spring
Soil Moisture: Average
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Fragrance: Yes
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Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: Yes
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