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YUCCA flaccida 'Ivory'
(synonym Ivory Tower) - grey-green leaves with ivory-white stripes and bell-shaped creamy-white flowers in panicles
Further Reading....
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EvergreenBasal rosettes of leaves to 55cm (22in) long, fringed with straight or curly threads
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Cream
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Height55cm (22in)
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Spread1.5m (5ft)
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Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.Clump-forming, almost stemless shrub
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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)
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Full sun
YUCCA flaccida 'Ivory'
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Additional FeaturesArchitectural interestPests & DiseasesAphids on flowers, leaf spotPlace of originUSA (New Jersey to Florida). Garden origin
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Flower ShapeBell/LanternNodding, bell-shaped, 5cm (2in) longPaniclesUpright panicles to to 1.5m (5ft), or more
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Garden Location/ConditionsCoastal / windsweptSuitable for coastal gardensPatio / pot plantsSuitable for small gardens
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf Colour (if not green)BlueDark blue-green
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Leaf marginEntire
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Leaf shapeLanceolate
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsWell drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
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Toxic - Category CHarmful if eatenPets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably cats, dogsMay cause skin allergyPeople
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WildlifeRabbit Resistant
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Yucca - Growing Guide
55cm (22in)
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Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Afterplant - Tomatoes
AFTER PLANT TOMATO FEED Liquid Concentrate with Bio stimulant is a high potash liquid concentrate containing seaweed extract, plant derived amino acids and other nutrients specifically formulated to benefit tomatoes and greenhouse plants.
Only £8.00
Vermin & Pest Control
Slug Pellets
Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails.
Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
Only £6.50
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Afterplant - Grow Your Own
AFTER PLANT GROW YOUR OWN seaweed is ready to use liquid concentrate that was specially formulated be used on all edible plants.
Only £8.00
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Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00
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Wildflower Mini Meadow
Creates a mini-meadow for attracting bees, butterflies and bugs to your garden.
200g sachet which will cover 3 square metres. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi.
2 options from £7.00
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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