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Yucca elata var. utahensis [Wa. Co, UT]

Plant type

tree, shrub, cactus / succulent

size

H: 10'
W: 8'

planting zones

6a-10a

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Yucca elata var. utahensis [Wa. Co, UT] plant details

Yucca elata var. utahensis [Wa. Co, UT] is an evergreen cactus / succulent, shrub or tree with blue and green foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Yucca elata var. utahensis [Wa. Co, UT]

Plant type: cactus / succulent, shrub or tree
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 8 FT wide, 10 FT tall
Flowers: cream blooms in summer
Uses: year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Yucca elata var. utahensis [Wa. Co, UT]

USDA Zones: 6a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

As close to ‘It’ from the Adams Family as you can find in nature, a single-trunked and multi-branched yucca, to 10 ft tall and more, with long, hanging leaves and "gobs" of white flowers on tall stalks in summer. What's not to love? Sun, well-drained soil, and occasional summer water for best growth and appearance. Frost hardy to -10F, USDA zone 6, or lower.