Yucca elata |
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Soaptree Yucca |
Description
This tree-like Yucca grows 10'-30' tall with single or multiple heads. It can look a little rough and forms a skirt of dead leaves on the trunk. In late summer, flower stalks are the tallest of Yuccas. Flowers are creamy white and lily-like. Thingrass-like leaves have filamentous margins and teeth on the undersides.Most Yuccas have fibrous roots; this one has taproot and is difficult to transplant. Keep this plant dry during winter. It is very cold hardy.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Desert, Ranch, Rockery, Spanish
Accenting Features
Silhouette, Specimen, Unusualshape
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Foundation, Parkingstrip, Withrocks
Special Uses
Container, Massplanting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Use smart controllers which automatically adjust watering schedules based on the weather. Rebates available at www.bewaterwise.com.
