Desert Spoon

This drought-tolerant, bushy Dasylirion wheeleri, also known as the Desert Spoon plant, offers a striking balance of beauty and strength. Easy to care for with low water requirements, Desert Spoon plants are an ideal addition to any Southwestern Landscape, especially in areas with very little rainfall and lots of sun. While its origins include northern Mexico, these bushy, drought-tolerant plants thrive in desert and tropical landscapes. Dasylirion wheeleri is an evergreen and succulent plant, that prefers well-drained and dry soil, making it a popular accent plant and an attractive and friendly addition to yards with a swimming pool or patios.

As much as it loves the sun, it can tolerate some shade, so feel free to plant and blend this Dasylirion wheeleri with other desert plants and palms. Expect a medium growth rate with beautiful, serrated silver-grey foliage that can reach 6 feet wide and up to 6 feet high. This heat and drought-tolerant plant develops stout-looking trunks topped by a rounded rosette of silver leaves. Over time, some specimens may even grow multiple trunks. During the summer, an attractive, up to 10-foot high tan-colored bloom may appear, creating a look that can soften any harsh environment. When the flower blooms, expect butterflies to flock around the flower and your garden.

It's easy to see why the Desert Spoon is one of the most popular drought-tolerant plants.  At Moon Valley Nurseries we are happy to help you handpick the perfect cacti, plants, and trees to beautify any yard! One of the best ways to increase property value is with a beautiful landscape. Relax while our professional planting crew does all the work!