Desert Spoon low-water Expect 3–5 feet of growth

Expect 3–5 feet of growth per year under good conditions

Both are excellent hummingbird plants and pair beautifully together

Established Desert Willows in Phoenix are remarkably self-sufficient — many survive on Phoenix's natural rainfall alone once past the 2-year mark

and property lines in the toughest exposures across Mesa

Desert Spoon low-water Expect 3–5 feet of growthPhoenix's Most Dramatic Desert Accent Desert Spoon Desert Spoon (Dasylirion wheeleri) is the ultimate architectural statement plant for Phoenix Valley landscapes. Its explosive starburst rosette of silvery green, saw toothed leaves creates a sculptural focal point that looks equally stunning in modern desert gardens, poolside plantings, and rocky native landscapes. This rugged native thrives in full sun, extreme heat, and rocky soils requiring almost