Yucca angustissima 'South Side'

Also Known As

Narrowleaf Yucca

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 2'-5'

planting zones

5a-10b

Yucca angustissima 'South Side' plant details

Yucca angustissima 'South Side' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer cream and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Yucca angustissima 'South Side'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and white blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, rosette-forming, spiky

GROWING CONDITIONS for Yucca angustissima 'South Side'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Cistus introduction. This diminutive relative of Y. elata occurs mostly north of the Colorado River in the area fondly regarded as the Arizona strip. Our collection, from the Hualumpai area, was found hanging from cliffs over the Grand Canyon creating a small “tree” to about 3 ft with compact, symmetric heads of leaves adorned with silver filifers. Eventually offsets forming a small colony. A beautiful plant for repetition or for container specimen. And a bit easier to grow than its larger cousin. Particularly beautiful where the sun can backlight the foliage. Drought tolerant though summer water where particularly dry can speed growth in dry areas. Frost hardy in USDA zone 5.