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Doryanthes palmeri

Spear Lily

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Information by: PlantMaster        Photographer: Janet Hunter

 

Description

This large attractive succulent will grow 8' tall and 6' wide. It has huge, 8' long, sword-like leaves. Plant is clumping. It produces clusters of reddish brown flowers that bloom in the summer rising out of the center of the foliage, followed by an egg-shaped fruit. This plant does best in full sun and becomes drought tolerant although it will appreciate some water and fertile soil. It also tolerates some shade. Remove spent flowers and brown leaves. This is a slow growing plant; you may have to wait 10 years to see your first bloom.

 

Plant Type

Succulent

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

Red

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Patio, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Container, Screen, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply as little fertilizer as possible.

If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.