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Sonoran Tree Bear Grass, Tuya

Nolina Matapensis

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Overview

The Sonoran Tree Bear Grass (Tuya), or Nolina matapensis, thrives in the warm climate of the Sonoran Desert. A distinctive selection, it grows to approximately 4-6 feet tall with a 3-5 foot spread. Its dense rosettes of narrow, leathery leaves and tall, creamy-white bloom spikes add unique vertical interest. Ideal for xeriscaping, it requires minimal water and well-draining soil, full sun to partial shade. Hardy and evergreen, this plant offers year-round visual appeal.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 8–11Climate Arid, Subtropical
Sonoran Tree Bear Grass, Tuya (Nolina Matapensis) — The Sonoran Tree Bear Grass (Tuya), or Nolina matapensis, thrives in the warm climate of the Sonoran Desert
Sonoran Tree Bear Grass, Tuya (Nolina Matapensis) — A distinctive selection, it grows to approximately 4-6 feet tall with a 3-5 foot spreadSonoran Tree Bear Grass, Tuya (Nolina Matapensis) — Its dense rosettes of narrow, leathery leaves and tall, creamy-white bloom spikes add unique verticalSonoran Tree Bear Grass, Tuya (Nolina Matapensis) — Ideal for xeriscaping, it requires minimal water and well-draining soil, full sun to partial shadeSonoran Tree Bear Grass, Tuya (Nolina Matapensis) — Hardy and evergreen, this plant offers year-round visual appealSonoran Tree Bear Grass, Tuya (Nolina Matapensis) — commonly referred to as Sonoran Tree Bear Grass or Tuya

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Nolinacea
Climate
Arid, Subtropical

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Sonoran Tree Bear Grass, Tuya (Nolina Matapensis) — The Sonoran Tree Bear Grass (Tuya), or Nolina matapensis, thrives in the warm climate of the Sonoran Desert
Sonoran Tree Bear Grass, Tuya (Nolina Matapensis) — A distinctive selection, it grows to approximately 4-6 feet tall with a 3-5 foot spread
Sonoran Tree Bear Grass, Tuya (Nolina Matapensis) — Its dense rosettes of narrow, leathery leaves and tall, creamy-white bloom spikes add unique vertical
Sonoran Tree Bear Grass, Tuya (Nolina Matapensis) — Ideal for xeriscaping, it requires minimal water and well-draining soil, full sun to partial shade
Sonoran Tree Bear Grass, Tuya (Nolina Matapensis) — Hardy and evergreen, this plant offers year-round visual appeal
Sonoran Tree Bear Grass, Tuya (Nolina Matapensis) — commonly referred to as Sonoran Tree Bear Grass or Tuya

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