Nolina microcarpa - Bear grass, Sacahuista

Nolina microcarpa Bear grass grows in clumps of stiff, long-haired grass. Each tip of the long grass stems end in a sedative curly string. Serrated leaf edges can be sharp, but once planted they require little to no maintenance. These long-lived, lily family plants flourish naturally in dry rocky grasslands to foothill environments across the SW from 3,000-7,000 ft.  Tall, flower stalks appear in the spring, made up of numerous creamy white blooms. Can be planted in mass as wispy accents, blended with desert shrubs, perennials, or other accent succulents.  Growth Guide These key details will help you understand how your plant will grow and what conditions bring out its best.      Exposure: Full sun     Watering: Low      Mature Height: 4 feet      Mature Width: 4-6 feet      Ships: With soil   Plant Highlights A quick snapshot of what makes this plant stand out.      Easy To Grow      Slow Growing      Seed Grown     Good For Pots      Cold Hardy     Deer Resistant   Where To Plant USDA Hardiness Zones show which plants thrive in your climate based on average winter lows. The lower the number, the colder the region. Use the map below to find your zone and choose plants that will grow successfully year after year.      Hardiness Zone: 5-11 (USDA)   Why Happy Valley Plants? We're passionate about connecting people with the beauty of nature. From hand-selected plants to expert support and thoughtful packaging, we put care into every detail. Assuring your plants arrive healthy, happy, and ready to thrive.        Packaged With Care Your satisfaction matters to us. Each plant is hand-picked, wrapped, and packaged with precision to ensure it arrives safely and ready to grow. If something’s not right, reach out within 72 hours and we’ll do our best to make it right.        Quality At A Fair Price We believe great plants shouldn’t come with a premium price tag. Our goal is to make quality, hard-to-find plants accessible and affordable, so you can grow more for less.        Horticultural Help Need advice or have plant questions? Our expert team is always happy to help. We’re gardeners first and love sharing our knowledge. Explore our blog for growing tips and plant care guides.