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YUCCA aloifolia
Commonly known as Spanish bayonet
Sharply pointed evergreen sword-shaped leaves. Bell-shaped white flowers, sometimes purple-tinted
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EvergreenDensely arranged, toothed, dark green leaves to 50cm (20in) long each ending in a sharp, stiff point
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White -
Height8m (26ft) -
Spread5m (16ft)
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Tall ShrubSlow-growing, rounded shrub or small tree with simple or branched stem
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winterHardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Full sun
YUCCA aloifolia
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Additional FeaturesArchitectural interest
Pests & DiseasesLeaf spot, aphids on flowers
Place of originSoutheastern USA, Mexico, West Indies -
Flower ShapeBell/LanternBell-shaped, pendent flowers 3cm (1¼in) longPaniclesStout panicles to 45cm (18in) long
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Garden Location/ConditionsCoastal / windsweptSuitable for coastal gardensTown garden
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Leaf margin
Denticulate(see photos above) -
Leaf shape
Lanceolate
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Linear(see photos above) -
Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsWell drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
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Toxic - Category C
Harmful if eaten(Harmeful to pets if eaten)
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WildlifeRabbit Resistant
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Yucca - Growing Guide
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