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Yucca rostrata

Big Bend Yucca

Plant photo of: Yucca rostrata
Information by: Mary Irish        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

One of the most attractive tree yuccas. Grows slowly to about 10' tall. Blue leaves are up to 2' long and have a sharp terminal spine. Old leaves persist on the plant and provide sun protection. It has a spectacular summer display of cream white flowers. Prefers full sun or very light shade and rocky well drained soil. Native to the Chihuahuan desert.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green, Blue Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Parking Strip, Parking Lot, Walls / Fences, With Rocks

Special Uses

Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.