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Also Known As

  • Yucca angustissima ssp. kanabensis
  • Yucca kanabensis

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 18"-30"
  • W: 36"-72"

planting zones

  • 6a-10b

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Yucca angustissima var. kanabensis plant details

Yucca angustissima var. kanabensis is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, lean, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Yucca angustissima var. kanabensis

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 36 IN - 72 IN - wide, 18 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Yucca angustissima var. kanabensis

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Small yucca, to 3 ft tall, with thin and narrow leaves and summer spikes of white flowers that open from purple buds. Can offset to form larger clumps over time. Best in bright sun and well-drained soil with occasional deep watering in summer -- think monsoon rains -- to speed growth. Frost hardy in USDA zone 6.
Striking large cream flowers touched with purple on stalks 5-7 feet tall.

Gardening facts about Yucca angustissima var. kanabensis plant

How to Grow Yucca angustissima var. kanabensis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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