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Red Yucca

Hesperaloe Parviflora

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Overview

The Red Yucca (Hesperaloe parviflora) is an evergreen perennial, adding year-round interest. This drought-tolerant plant features arching, narrow leaves spanning up to 4 feet and flowering stalks that can reach 5 feet tall. Hummingbird-attracting red to coral blooms appear in summer. Thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, with a hardiness to -20°F. Ideal for xeriscaping, it requires minimal maintenance and offers exceptional heat resistance.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Very LowZones 5–11Climate Arid
Red Yucca (Hesperaloe Parviflora) — The Red Yucca (Hesperaloe parviflora) is an evergreen perennial, adding year-round interest

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Very Low
USDA zones
5–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Liliaceae
Climate
Arid

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Red Yucca (Hesperaloe Parviflora) — succulent with pink and red blooms; attracting hummingbirds and other pollinators to the garden.<br><br>Red Yucca is
Red Yucca (Hesperaloe Parviflora) — succulent for full; water-wise garden landscape sure to captivate and enchant
Red Yucca (Hesperaloe Parviflora) — narrow leaves spanning up to 4 feet and flowering stalks that can reach 5 feet tall; this plant is hardy in, image 53
Red Yucca (Hesperaloe Parviflora) — Hummingbird-attracting red to coral blooms appear in summer; succulent for full, image 54
Red Yucca (Hesperaloe Parviflora) — This drought-tolerant plant features arching; narrow leaves emanating in a rosette form up to 4 feet in length, image 52
Red Yucca (Hesperaloe Parviflora) — The Red Yucca (Hesperaloe parviflora) is an evergreen perennial, adding year-round interest, image 51

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