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Giant Yucca

Yucca Elephantipes

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Overview

The Giant Yucca, or Yucca elephantipes, is a hardy, evergreen plant featuring towering clusters of white flowers and spear-shaped leaves. Native to Central America, it thrives in full sun to partial shade, reaching 20-30 feet high with a spread of 10-15 feet. Its striking silhouette and drought tolerance make it an excellent focal point for low-maintenance landscapes. Suitable for USDA zones 9-11, it's a stunning choice for year-round greenery.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Low, MediumZones 10–10Climate Subtropical
Giant Yucca (Yucca Elephantipes) — evergreen plant featuring towering clusters of white flowers and spear-shaped leaves

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
10–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Agavaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Giant Yucca (Yucca Elephantipes) — Inform clients of the potential size and the need for space to accommodate this plant's growth
Giant Yucca (Yucca Elephantipes) — Its drought tolerance also makes it suitable for xeriscaping
Giant Yucca (Yucca Elephantipes) — shrub / succulent / tree with white blooms
Giant Yucca (Yucca Elephantipes) — white flowers in the garden

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