Yucca
Yuccas make a bold statement in the landscape all year-round. Their long, striking rosette leaves demand attention, and their infrequent blooms are very showy.
Because yuccas generally grow very slowly, and also take a long time to bloom, the larger plants are not offered by many garden centers and plant nurseries. When you purchase a larger yucca, you should know that a lot of care has gone into the plant!
However, when we say “care” here, we say it in the sense of lots of patience- definitely not lots of attentiveness. In fact, native to hot and dry areas in the Americas, they are extremely drought tolerant, extremely low maintenance, and hardy. Some can even live in places like New York and Vermont! This is one tough plant.
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Blue Yucca (Yucca Rigida)
FAQ
What are the most popular Yuccas?
The most popular palm trees at our nursery are the Yucca Rostratas, also known as Beaked Yucca.
How much do Yuccas cost?
The price ranges from $95 and upwards depending on the variety, size, and height. For more information, go to our plant pricing page.
How fast do yuccas grow?
Many yuccas grow only a few inches a year- even slower when grown indoors.
Can yuccas get too much sun?
Yuccas can tolerate full sun, however, extreme temperatures can stress out any Yucca.
Spanish Dagger (Yucca Gloriosa) in the front and Joshua Tree (Yucca Brevifolia) in the back. Taken from Balboa Park, San Diego.
Yucca Fun Facts
Yuccas, commonly pronounced as "yuck-ahs" are often confused with yucas, which are commonly pronounced as "you-cas." Yucas are also called cassavas or tapiocas, and are unrelated to yuccas.
Yucca Brevifolia, commonly known as Joshua Tree, can live up to 300 years!
Many yuccas have sharp tips at the end of their leaves, giving them the nickname "Spanish dagger."
The yucca flower is the state flower of New Mexico.
Yuccas For Sale
* Available sizes for most yuccas include 5 gallons, 15 gallons, 25 gallons, 24-inch box, and larger. Contact us for the most up-to-date information on inventory.