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Yucca filamentosa


Yucca filamentosa

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
Rostte of stiff sword-shaped glaucous leaves with curly white threads twisting from the leaf margins. Tall stems up to 4 metres high of large clusters of pendulous white flowers in summer. Best in an open situation with plenty of sunlight. Needs well drained soil, and avoid cold frosty sites.

 
Genus
Yucca
Species   filamentosa
Cultivar  

Common name
Adam's needle

Family name
Agavaceae
Place of origin
Mexico


DETAILS
Height
70 cm
Width
70 cm
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen

Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Grows in sandy soils

Moisture
Soil must be well drained / Tolerates dry soils

Exposure
Grows in exposed or coastal sites. / Prefers a sunny site / Will tolerate moderate frosts

Immaculate / Nourishment / Structure / Whimsical

Succulents

Category
Medium, height between 0.23 and 1 metre.
Availability
We have this currently available in a POT 2.5 container. Ask for it at your retailer.
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