Yucca elata [large] SBHMPS 6733

Plant type

tree, cactus / succulent

size

H: 10'-20'
W: 8'-15'

planting zones

6a-11

Yucca elata [large] SBHMPS 6733 plant details

Yucca elata [large] SBHMPS 6733 is an evergreen cactus / succulent or tree with blue foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. 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, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Yucca elata [large] SBHMPS 6733

Plant type: cactus / succulent or tree
Plant family: agavaceae, asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 8 FT - 15 FT - wide, 10 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Yucca elata [large] SBHMPS 6733

USDA Zones: 6a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

As close to 'It' from the Addams Family as you can find in nature, this Cistus collected form is 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.