NOLINA PARVIFLORA

Botanical Name: Nolina parviflora
Common Names: Mexican Beargrass, Fine-leaf Nolina
Mature Size: 3–5 feet (1–1.5 meters) in height, 3–4 feet (1–1.2 meters) in spread
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Requirements: Well-drained soils; tolerates rocky, sandy, and nutrient-poor substrates
Water Needs: Low; extremely drought-tolerant once established
Foliage: Long, thin, flexible green leaves forming a dense, fountain-like rosette; leaf margins may be finely toothed
Flowers: Slender flowering stalk (up to 8–10 feet / 2.5–3 meters) with clusters of small, cream-colored flowers, appearing on mature plants
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate

Uses:
Ornamental Plant: Nolina parviflora is prized for its fine-textured, graceful foliage and fountain-shaped form, making it ideal for xeriscapes, native gardens, and modern landscape designs.

Xeriscaping: Perfect for water-saving landscapes, it thrives in hot, dry climates with minimal maintenance and adds soft, dynamic movement to the garden.

Erosion Control: Its dense root system helps stabilize slopes and prevent erosion on dry, rugged terrain.

Benefits:
Drought Resistance: Exceptionally well-suited for arid environments, requiring little to no supplemental irrigation once established.
Low Maintenance: Highly resilient and pest-resistant, needing only occasional cleanup of dried leaves.
Pollinator-Friendly: Its flowering stalks support native pollinators like bees and butterflies.
Long-Term Structure: Offers soft texture and architectural structure to low-water-use gardens throughout the year.

Nolina parviflora is a refined, drought-adapted plant known for its elegant foliage and hardiness. Ideal for dry-climate gardens, it brings both visual softness and structural form while thriving with minimal care and water.