Yucca glauca

Soapweed

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Common Name: 

Soapweed

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green

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Water (From 0 to 5): 

Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

10°C

Maximum height: 

185 cm

Maximum width: 

90 cm

Soapweed (Yucca glauca) - Description

Yucca glauca (syn. Yucca angustifolia) is a species of perennial evergreen plant, adapted to xeric (dry)growth conditions. It is also known as small soapweed, soapweed yucca, narrowleaf yucca, plains yucca and beargrass.

Soapweed (Yucca glauca) - Blooming

Blooms panicles of white flowers.

Soapweed (Yucca glauca) - Growth

Rosette-forming or woody based perennials, evergreen shrubs and trees. Yuccas do well in full sun. Height varies depending on variety. Some species will grow to 30 ft. in height. Works best as an ornamental plant for a courtyard or border. Also works as a container plant. Less hardy, tender Yuccas, should be grown in a cool or temperate greenhouse or conservatory.

Soapweed (Yucca glauca) - Planting

Propagate from the seed in spring. Hardy plants should be sown at 55-64°F (13-18°C), and tender ones at 66-75°F (19-24°C). Can also propagate from suckers in spring or root cuttings in winter.

Soapweed (Yucca glauca) - Pest

Cane borers and scale insects. Also prone to fungal leaf spots.

Soapweed (Yucca glauca) - Interesting facts

Yucca is native to hot, dry places like deserts, sand dunes, and plains. Species occur in North and Central America and the West Indies.

Soapweed (Yucca glauca) - Soil and irrigation

Yuccas should have periodic deep waterings. Water less in winter. Does best in any soil as long as it is well-draining.

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