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Yucca constricta
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 3'-5'
- W: 3'-5'
planting zones
- 7a-11
Yucca constricta plant details
Yucca constricta is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer cream and white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly 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 constricta
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: cream and white blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Yucca constricta
- USDA Zones: 7a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Yucca constricta plant
How to Grow Yucca constricta
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- cream
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- grassy
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