Hesperaloe funifera

Giant Hesperaloe

OVERVIEW:

Commonly referred to as the Giant Hesperaloe, this specimen is popular as a large accent piece in full-sun areas. It is a clumping, upright variety that produces course white fibers throughout (similar to the Desert Spoons and Hesperaloe parviflora). Its statuesque stalk and creamy-white flowers make for a lovely addition to any public or private desert landscape.

CLASSIFICATION:

Scientific Name: Hesperaloe funifera

Common Name: Giant Hesperaloe

Family: Euphorbiaceae

Suggested Uses: Accent specimen, xeriscape landscape, medians and parkways

CHARACTERISTICS:

Height: 4-6ft

Width: 5-7ft

Flower: voluminous, creamy-white showy flowers on impressive 10-15ft stalks

Monocarpic: no

Fruit: n/a

ENVIRONMENT:

USDA Zone: 9-11

Hardiness: 25F

Sun: Full sun

Water: low usage once established

Soil: Sandy, rocky well-draining soils