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Yucca valida

Also Known As

Datilillo

Plant type

tree, cactus / succulent

size

H: 8'-15'
W: 6'-12'

planting zones

9a-12

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Yucca valida plant details

Yucca valida is an evergreen cactus / succulent or tree with green foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Yucca valida

Plant type: cactus / succulent or tree
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 12 FT - wide, 8 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring
Uses: xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Yucca valida

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Baja. Sharp green leaves, slow growing to 15'. Hardy to 20 °F.

By: Cactus Jungle

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How to Grow Yucca valida

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant