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Yucca schidigera

Mohave Yucca

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

 

Description

Trunk-forming yucca grows to 20' tall. Can sometimes form small clumps with branched trunks. Probably one of the most drought tolerant of yuccas, requiring only intermittent watering even in most arid climates. Dense clusters of purple-white flowers appear in spring followed by fleshy green fruit. Accepts full sun. Needs good drainage. Tough gray green leaves with curling fibers on edges and a sharp point at the end. Birds love seeds. Native to the Mojave Sonoran deserts.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green, Blue Green, Yellow Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Brown

Fruit Season

Summer, Fall

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.