Yucca

Stiff, sword-shaped leaves form evergreen rosettes and bear open spikes of fragrant, bell-shaped flowers. Makes a striking impression in the perennial garden or landscape. Prefers well-drained soil and is very drought tolerant.

Companion Plants

Alaskan Cedar

Hydrangea

Viburnum

Plant Details

Common name

Yucca
Botanical name

Yucca filamentosa
Variety

Color Guard
Zone

USDA Zone 4 (-30°F) to USDA Zone 10 (30°F).
Light

Sun
Height

20" (51 cm)
Habit

Clumping
Feed

Use an all-purpose in spring
Water

1-2 times per week
Bloom Time

Summer
Maintenance

Do not fertilize in fall

This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:

Alexis J.'s collection
Olivia O.'s collection

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