Menu
+ Add

Yucca rostrata

Big Bend Yucca

Plant photo of: Yucca rostrata
Previous Photo     Next Photo
Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Yucca rostrata is a slow growing succulent that is tree-like when mature. It has stiff, blue, 2' long leaves with yellow margins.It forms a tall narrow trunk 10' tall. A spectacular summer display of creamy white flowers on an orange stalk rises above the foliage on mature plants. It prefers full sun or very light shade and rocky, well drained, alkaline soil. Be careful not to plant near walkways as foliage has sharp tips. It is drought tolerant once it's established.

 

Plant Type

Succulent

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green, Blue Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Rocky

Soil Condition

Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Basic

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Background, Roadside, Walls / Fences, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.