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YUCCA rostrata 'Sapphire Skies'
Forms a large rosette of narrow, grey-blue leaves. Bell-shaped creamy-white flowers borne in panicles on tall stems
Further Reading....
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EvergreenNear-spherical rosette of over 100 spine-tipped leaves to 60cm (24in) long
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Height5m (16ft) -
Spread2m (6½ft)
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Tall ShrubSlow-growing, tree-like shrub, usually single-trunked and unbranched. Trunk is covered with the soft, grey fibrous remains of old leaf bases. Produces flowers within or just above the leaf rosette
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Full sunRequires a hot site
YUCCA rostrata 'Sapphire Skies'
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Additional FeaturesArchitectural interest
Good to knowCan range in height from 2-5m (6½-16ft). Makes an eyecatching subject for a large container
Pests & DiseasesAphids on flowers, leaf spot
Place of originUSA (southwestern Texas), northern Mexico -
Flower ShapeBell/LanternBell-shaped flowers to 5cm (2in) longPaniclesErect, branched panicles 30-100cm (12-39in) long
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Garden Location/ConditionsCoastal / windsweptSuitable for coastal gardensPatio / pot plants
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf margin
Denticulate(see photos above) -
Leaf shape
Linear
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsAlkaline / Chalk lovingWell 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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Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
Garden Goodies
Slate Plant Labels
These wonderfully tactile natural slate plant labels are hand made in Cornwall and come with a chalk pen.
Just stick them in your pot or border. Pack of 6.
Only £10.20
Garden Goodies
Slate Tie-on Plant Labels
Hand made in Cornwall, these delightful natural slate labels are perfect for pots.
Comes with chalk pen. Pack of 5
Only £10.20
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