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Yucca thompsoniana IB256

Also Known As

Beaked Yucca
Thompson's Yucca

Plant type

tree, cactus / succulent

size

H: 6'-12'
W: 3'-8'

planting zones

6b-11

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Yucca thompsoniana IB256 plant details

Yucca thompsoniana IB256 is an evergreen cactus / succulent or tree with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer cream flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Yucca thompsoniana IB256

Plant type: cactus / succulent or tree
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 3 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, rock garden, spiky, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Yucca thompsoniana IB256

USDA Zones: 6b - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Like a smaller version of Y. rostrata, I couldn't figure out what it was when I first saw it. Compared to Y. rostrata, it has leaves that are shorter and greener, but are otherwise similar. It tends to branch more and has a bit more of a 'Joshua Tree' look with age; in fact, it could be considered a more moisture tolerant substitute for Joshua Tree (though admittedly there is nothing quite like a Joshua Tree, Yucca brevifolia). It is native to parts of southwest Texas and is a popular landscape plant in that state. Hardy to about -5 °F. Limited Supply.