Yucca rostrata |
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Big Bend Yucca |
Description
This Yucca has blue leaves, a tall narrow trunk, and a spectacular summer display of cream white flowers. It is one of the most attractive tree Yuccas. It slowly forms a trunk to 10' tall. The young are usually unbranched; the older have a few branches.Narrow blue leaves can grow up to 2' long and .5" wide with a sharp term spine. This Yucca prefers full sun or very light shade and rocky, well drained soil. It is susceptible to grubs.Old leaves persist.
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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
Spring
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Parkingstrip, Parkinglot, Wallsfences, Withrocks
Special Uses
Container, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
To reduce soil moisture loss, apply 3-to-4 inches of organic mulch around plants - - but away from the trunk.
