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Yucca recurvifolia 'Variegata'

Scientific Name: Yucca gloriosa var. tristis 'Variegata'

Also Known As

  • Variegated Weeping Yucca

Plant type

shrub, cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 3'-5'
  • W: 2'-6'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

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Yucca recurvifolia 'Variegata' plant details

Yucca recurvifolia 'Variegata' is an evergreen cactus / succulent or shrub with gold, green and variegated foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and occasional - 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 'Variegata'

Plant type: cactus / succulent or shrub
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 2 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Yucca recurvifolia 'Variegata'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Zn 7. Rigid leaves with gold margins.
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

Fast growing species with gold and green leaves that gently arch downward. 5' tall x 4' wide.

Gardening facts about Yucca recurvifolia 'Variegata' plant

How to Grow Yucca recurvifolia 'Variegata'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • gold
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy

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Zones

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