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Yucca recurvifolia

Scientific Name: Yucca gloriosa var. tristis

Also Known As

Yucca gloriosa var. recurvifolia
Yucca pendula
Curveleaf Yucca
Pendulous Yucca

Plant type

shrub, cactus / succulent

size

H: 3'-6'
W: 3'-10'

planting zones

7a-11

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Yucca recurvifolia plant details

Yucca recurvifolia is an evergreen cactus / succulent or shrub with green foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Yucca recurvifolia

Plant type: cactus / succulent or shrub
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 10 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in summer
Uses: spiky

GROWING CONDITIONS for Yucca recurvifolia

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Yucca recurvifolia is native to the southeastern United States (Georgia to Louisiana) and will develop into a large trunked plant up to six feet in height over time. The foliage is blue green and has a soft, graceful arch that gives this species a distinctive look. Tall candelabra spikes of creamy white flowers top mature plants in midsummer. Also known as Yucca pendula.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Full Sun to Light Shade. Outdoor. 2' tall cluster of White Flowers at the end of a 3' stalk.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

Soft blue-green leaves and 6' tall flower stalks in late summer. Excellent accent plant. Develops a short stalk over time and gains height to about 6' tall. 3'-4' in ten years. Awards: Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society.

By: Fantastic Plants

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Gardening facts about Yucca recurvifolia plant

How to Grow Yucca recurvifolia

Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- gritty
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade