Yucca aloifolia |
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Spanish Bayonet |
This shrub becomes a large sprawling plant, reaching 10' tall and 10' wide. Growth is slow. Stiff dense leaves are medium green with sharp points; they reach 2.5' long and 2" wide. It tends to bloom when under drought stress situations. This variety is more tolerant of cold than Y. gloriosa. Cold weather can turn leaves purple. Leaf margins are smooth. Weevils can damage this plant.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
Green, Purple, White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Green, Purple
Fruit Season
Summer
Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.
Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.