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Photo by Karl Gercens III
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Yucca gigantea [variegated]
Also Known As
- Yucca elephantipes variegata
- Variegated Giant Yucca
Plant type
tree, shrub, cactus / succulent
size
- H: 15'-25'
- W: 5'-15'
planting zones
- 9a-12
Yucca gigantea [variegated] plant details
Yucca gigantea [variegated] is an evergreen cactus / succulent, shrub or tree with green and variegated foliage. In spring white 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, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Yucca gigantea [variegated]
- Plant type: cactus / succulent, shrub or tree
- Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green and variegated
- Mature size: 5 FT - 15 FT - wide, 15 FT - 25 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Yucca gigantea [variegated]
- USDA Zones: 9a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity, seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cactus Jungle
Garden photo gallery of Yucca gigantea [variegated]
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Gardening facts about Yucca gigantea [variegated] plant
How to Grow Yucca gigantea [variegated]
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- seaside / salt tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
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Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 3'-8'
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Zones
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Size
Height: 6'-15'
Width: 3'-8'
- sun - bright shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
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Size
Height: 5'-8'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Zones
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Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun
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