A striking, palm-like plant with sword-shaped, lime-green leaves. It loves the humidity of the Houston metro area but requires sharp drainage. It is not a candidate for heavy, water-holding clay; for best results in Southeast Texas, plant in containers or well-amended, raised beds where water can flow away freely.
Exposure
Full Sun to Partial Shade (Appreciates afternoon shade during intense Houston summers)
Height x Width
4-6' Height x 3-4' Width
Water
Moderate; allow the top few inches of soil to dry before watering again. Do not allow to sit in water.
Zones
8 - 11 (Provide protection during hard freezes)
Fertilization
Use a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer.
Pruning
Remove old, yellowed lower leaves as they age to encourage a clean, upright trunk.
A striking, palm-like plant with sword-shaped, lime-green leaves. It loves the humidity of the Houston metro area but requires sharp drainage. It is not a candidate for heavy, water-holding clay; for best results in Southeast Texas, plant in containers or well-amended, raised beds where water can flow away freely.
Exposure
Full Sun to Partial Shade (Appreciates afternoon shade during intense Houston summers)
Height x Width
4-6' Height x 3-4' Width
Water
Moderate; allow the top few inches of soil to dry before watering again. Do not allow to sit in water.
Zones
8 - 11 (Provide protection during hard freezes)
Fertilization
Use a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring and mid-summer.
Pruning
Remove old, yellowed lower leaves as they age to encourage a clean, upright trunk.
