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Mountain Yucca

Yucca Schottii

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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
Mountain Yucca (Yucca Schottii) — The stalk is adorned with a captivating display of creamy white

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
6–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Agavaceae
Climate
Alpine, Arid

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Mountain Yucca (Yucca Schottii) — white flowers in the garden
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Photograph: Susan Barnum, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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