Mountain Yucca
Yucca Schottii
Overview
Mountain Yucca (Yucca schottii) is a robust, evergreen succulent reaching heights of 6-12 feet. It features a sturdy central trunk topped with a dense crown of blue-green leaves that are about 2-3 feet long and edged with curly fibers. In late spring to early summer, it boasts a towering spike up to 5 feet tall, adorned with creamy white, bell-shaped flowers. Ideal for xeriscaping, it requires well-drained soil and full sun.
Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 6–11Type ShrubClimate Alpine, Arid
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Low
- USDA zones
- 6–11
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Shrub
- Family
- Agavaceae
- Climate
- Alpine, Arid
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